{"id":203,"date":"2022-09-25T16:18:18","date_gmt":"2022-09-25T16:18:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.yoganta.in\/blog\/?p=203"},"modified":"2022-10-06T17:24:55","modified_gmt":"2022-10-06T17:24:55","slug":"top-iron-rich-foods-that-are-great-sources-of-iron","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.yoganta.in\/blog\/top-iron-rich-foods-that-are-great-sources-of-iron\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Iron-Rich Foods That Are Great Sources of Iron"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\">Iron is an essential mineral our body needs to carry out several functions. The recommended dietary allowance of iron is different for different age groups. Women need iron in high amounts during pregnancy and lactation period. Iron plays an important role in our body and is required<strong> <\/strong>for the proper functioning of the body<strong>.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Here are the top most iron-rich foods<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-black-color has-text-color wp-block-list\"><li>Iron is the key element for the formation of Hb(Hemoglobin) of RBC and plays a key role in oxygen transport.<\/li><li>It enhances the functioning of the brain, concentration, and memory.<\/li><li>It boosts the activity of the innate immune system in the body.<\/li><li>It aids in growth and development.<\/li><li>It guarantees a healthy and safe pregnancy.<\/li><li>It manages the body temperature.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.yoganta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Iron-rich-foods-min-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"Iron-rich foods including Millet, Spinach, Ragi, Sweet Potato, Eggs, Red meat, Apple, Chickpeas, Sesame seeds, and Pumpkin seed\" class=\"wp-image-204\" width=\"768\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.yoganta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Iron-rich-foods-min-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.yoganta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Iron-rich-foods-min-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.yoganta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Iron-rich-foods-min-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/www.yoganta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Iron-rich-foods-min-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/www.yoganta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Iron-rich-foods-min.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><figcaption>Iron-Rich Foods<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Iron-rich sources are mainly millets, pulses, cereals, and green leafy vegetables.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Ragi (Finger millet)<\/strong>: It is a gluten-free whole grain. Ragi is a good source of iron. It not only contains iron but also is a mixture of calcium, amino acids, and vitamin D. It helps in weight loss. It is helpful for people who are having low Hb levels. Ragi can be consumed in the form of malt, roti, and cookies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Spinach: <\/strong>One of the best sources of iron is spinach. Spinach is not only a great source of iron but also of calcium and vitamin C.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Bajra (Pear Millet)<\/strong>: Bajra is packed with iron, fiber, protein, phosphorous, and magnesium. Bajra can be consumed in the form of Dosa, Roti, Thepla, and Cookies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Sesame Seeds<\/strong>: Sesame seeds are a rich source of iron, calcium, and magnesium. Sesame seeds help lower cholesterol and they strengthen bones. Sesame seeds can be consumed in the form of laddoos, oil, chips, rolls, etc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Sweet Potato<\/strong>: Sweet potatoes contain good amounts of iron. Sweet potato is full of nutrients. It boosts immunity. It promotes heart health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Eggs<\/strong>: Eggs contain heme iron which is absorbed better by the body than non-heme iron which is found in plants. Eggs are one of the top sources of iron.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Red Meat<\/strong>: Red meat (lamb, mutton, beef, pork) contains heme iron and is iron-rich. Meat is a good source of protein and provides us with essential amino acids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Apple<\/strong>: Apple is one of the rich sources of iron. It perfectly justifies the adage \u201cAn apple a day keeps the doctor away.\u201d Apple can be a good option to increase the Hb levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Chickpeas<\/strong>: They are the best sources of iron. Chickpeas are packed with fiber, calcium, and magnesium. They strengthen bones. They also contain other nutrients.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Pumpkin Seeds<\/strong>: They are iron and magnesium-rich and also contain other nutrients like calcium, zinc, folate, B2, and beta-carotene. They boost the immune system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-text-color\"><strong>Other Foods<\/strong>: Broccoli, Kale, Seafood, Apricots, Raisins, Collard greens, Beans, Quinoa, and Figs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-color\" style=\"color:#0000ff\">Looking for a healthy diet plan? 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