+ Iron is an important mineral in the human body. It aids in the formation of a protein found in the
red blood cells called hemoglobin. Hemoglobin transports oxygen in the red blood cells
throughout the body.
+ The best sources of iron are meat, fish and poultry. Iron from these animal sources is effectively
absorbed.
 
Beef and baked fish(rich sources of iron)
+ Plant sources include: whole grains for example whole wheat and grains and legumes for
example beans and lentils.
 
Beans and Lentils
+ Other plant sources include dark green leafy vegetables for example kales, amaranth.
 
Kales and Amaranth(terere). Good sources of plant iron
+ The absorption of iron from plant sources is not as effective as from animal sources; therefore,
make sure to eat fruits with your meals from plant sources as the Vitamin C in fruits assist in
absorption.
 
Fruits of various assortment.
+ Moreover, you could also have both plant and animal sources of iron in the same meal.
+ Some for example tea, coffee, red wine and soya products, inhibit absorption of iron from plant
sources therefore avoid pairing these with meals containing only plant sources of iron.
+ When eating spinach do not have kales or other plant sources of iron in the same meal as it has
substances that impair absorption of iron from the plant sources.
DOWNLOAD PDF FILE |
Who we are 
