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Iron is needed by your body to manufacture healthy red blood cells.

There are two types of iron in foods: non-heme and heme iron. Non-heme is found in plants, whereas, heme is found solely in animal sources.

Heme iron is more readily absorbed by the body than non-heme iron. Also, cooking in cast iron cookware slightly increases your intake of iron.

Meat and organ meat, like livers--livers are extremely rich.

Dark green leafy vegetables

Dried beans and peas, dried fruits

EGGS

Enriched breads

Iron fortified Cereals

Nuts

Raisins

Seafood/Shellfish

Spinach

Tofu

Wheat Germ

Whole Grain Breads

Also, it is optimal to drink or eat foods HIGH in vitamin C, when eating foods high in Iron. The vitamin C helps increase the absorption of the iron.

Citrus fruits and juices

Strawberries

Cantaloupe

Mango

Kiwi

Cabbage

Tomatoes

Green Pepper

Broccoli and Brussel Sprouts

Iron can be constipating if taken as a supplement. Try to get it from your foods.

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