Low in iron?
You don’t need to turn into a beef and spinach eating machine to meet your iron requirements. Here are 5 iron rich foods that may surprise you.
1 in 5 Australian adults are low in iron. Iron is an important mineral responsible for making proteins that carry oxygen in the blood to give our bodies the energy needed to function. Low iron can result in anaemia which can leave you fatigued, pale, dizzy and out of breath.
When asked to increase your iron intake, your mind may think of a bloody red steak or even leap to the conclusion that you need iron supplements, but this is not always the case. There are plenty of iron rich foods that can be incorporated into your daily diet, so if you’re concerned that you’re not getting enough iron continue reading to discover the 5 most under-rated iron-rich foods.
If you think you are at risk of being low in iron, or if it has been confirmed through a blood test, talk to your dietitian about adding more iron-rich foods in your diet. If you have iron deficiency anaemia, your dietitian can also recommend a suitable iron supplement for you to take to boost your levels and then monitor your iron intake to prevent further deficiencies.
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