Zelman explains that heme iron is more easy for our bodies to absorb.
Thankfully, there are ways to get more iron out of your plant sources.
Zelman says that pairingvitamin Cwith iron will increase absorption.
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Maximize how much iron you get from your diet by filling up on these veg-friendly foods.
Chickpeas and other beans
Beans truly are the magical fruit.
Theyre high in protein,totally affordable, and they also pack a ton of iron.
Tofu
Another vegetarian favorite, tofu is full of iron.
One cup has about 4 grams of iron.
A cup of enriched oats can have up to 13.9 mg iron.
Broccoli
This is one of the few veggies that actually has a decent amount of iron.
One cup of broccoli has about 0.7 mg iron.
Its also high in vitamin C and a good sturdy vegetable to keep in your fridge.
One russet potato has 1.5 mg iron, while one red potato has 2.1 mg iron.
