Tracking Iron and coming up low

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djmom1984
djmom1984 Posts: 55 Member
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I'm trying to track my iron, because I've been chronically low for years. (Keep getting deferred at blood donor clinic, so I know it isn't getting better). My doctor had me taking a liquid supplement for months, but it tastes like rusty pipes.

Any ideas on how to boost my iron on a daily basis? I've already found that black beans and rice is high, but would welcome any other suggestions.

Thanx!

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  • jamie78
    jamie78 Posts: 514 Member
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    Multigrain cheerios are 100% complete in iron in 1 serving. I too am really low in that area.
  • allie_00
    allie_00 Posts: 73
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    Oatmeal is very high in iron, along with spinach too of course. I log my iron as well, as I'm a little bit low. MFP really makes you realize what you're ingesting!
  • wriglucy
    wriglucy Posts: 1,064 Member
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    http://www.webmd.com/diet/iron-rich-foods

    I found this...I don't know if it will help or not, but it does list some foods.

    I take a iron pill everyday too.
  • melaniecheeks
    melaniecheeks Posts: 6,349 Member
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    Any leafy green veg, the darker the better.

    Also, taking vitamin C at the same time helps your body to actually absorb the iron, so have a small glass of fruit juice with the same meal.

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