Vegetarian Sources of Iron

Ve g e t a r i a n

SOURCES OF IRON

Richard Mallett

VEGETARIAN SOURCES OF IRON

Iron is key in making red blood cells, and individuals can usually make up their recommended daily allowance from the food they eat.

One of the most common concerns people have about a vegetarian diet is not being able to consume enough iron. This is because the most common sources of iron include meat products; however, there are good sources of plant-based iron that can be included in a vegetarian diet.

Richard Mallett

Dried Fruits Dried fruits can offer several benefits when included in a balanced diet. In particular, citrus fruits are full of fibre, and have the added side effect of helping the body to absorb plantbased sources of iron.

Alongside wholegrains and dried fruit, eggs, pulses, fortified cereals and dark green vegetables – such as watercress, broccoli and spring greens – are great sources of iron.

Wholegrain Alternatives Opting for wholegrain or brown bread, rice and pasta can provide more protein, fibre and iron than the white versions. Wholegrain products also have the added benefit of making people feel fuller after meals, as they tend to be packed with fibre too.

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