The Best Food Source for Iron

Iron is one of the minerals necessary for life, according to the National Institutes of Health. In the human body, nearly 65% of iron is contained in the protein hemoglobin, while the rest is found in myoglobin, other proteins and enzymes. Although it is possible to add to your iron intake with dietary supplements, food sources are the best absorbed and the most effective for our bodies.

Animal Liver Products

The highest concentration of iron is found in animal meat products, especially organ meats. A 3-ounce serving of pork liver boasts 85 percent of the recommended daily value (DV) of iron. Chicken liver is the next best source, with 70 percent DV found in a 3.5-oz. serving, according to the NIH.

Beans

The best vegetarian sources of iron are various beans, such as soybeans and lentils. A 1-cup serving of cooked soybeans contains nearly 50 percent DV of iron, according to nutritiondata.com. Lentils have close to 40 percent DV, making them a close second for vegetable sources.

References

• National Institutes of Health

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