5 Vegetables That Are Rich In Iron
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Iron is crucial for producing hemoglobin and transporting oxygen in the body.
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Spinach, lentils, broccoli, potatoes, and dark leafy greens are top vegetable choices for iron.
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They provide non-heme iron, which is best absorbed when paired with Vitamin C. Here's a look at 5 iron-rich vegetables.
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Spinach is a classic iron-rich leafy green, one cup of cooked spinach contains approximately 5.7 mg of iron.
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Lentils are a nutritional powerhouse that provide around 6.6 mg of iron per cooked cup, making them a superb source of plant-based iron.
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Soybeans offer a significant amount of iron, with cooked mature soybeans providing about 9.1 mg per cup.
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Broccoli is a cruciferous veggie that provides iron and Vitamin C, boosting absorption.
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A medium unpeeled potato contains a notable amount of iron, mainly concentrated in its skin.
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