5 Foods That Are Rich In Iron, Prevents Deficiency

Iron is an important mineral for the body. Anemia can also happen due to iron deficiency in the body. In India, iron deficiency is the main cause of disabilities.

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), there are approximately 1.62 billion people worldwide with anaemia (which accounts for one-quarter of the world's population), with iron deficiency accounting for half of the anemia. To remove iron deficiency in the body, one can also include many types of foods in the diet.

Spinach - Calories are less in spinach but vitamin C is abundant in it. It has antioxidant properties and contains iron in abundance. It helps in growing hair faster. One can consume spinach by adding it to pasta, salads and vegetables. It helps in increasing the eyesight.

Beans and lentils - One can include beans, lentils, chickpeas, soybeans etc in the diet. It is rich in iron, folate, magnesium and potassium. Consuming beans and lentils makes one feel full for a long time.

Pumpkin Seeds - Pumpkin seeds are rich in iron. It is rich in Vitamin K, Zinc and Manganese. One can also consume pumpkin seeds as a snack.

Broccoli - Broccoli is rich in iron and vitamin C. It is also rich in folate, fiber and vitamins. One can include broccoli in soups, noodles and pasta etc.

Dates - Dates provide a significant amount of our daily iron requirement. It is also high in antioxidants due to its iron content.