By Niveditha Kalyanaraman
December 27th, 2023
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Food has two types of iron — heme and non-heme iron. Heme iron is found in meat, fish and poultry. It is the form of iron that is most readily absorbed by your body. Non-heme iron is found in plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables and nuts. Foods with non-heme iron are still an important part of a nutritious, well-balanced diet, but the iron contained in these foods won’t be absorbed as completely. Here are 7 fruits rich in Iron.
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There is 0.3 mg of iron in one-third of a medium avocado. That's 2% of the daily value (DV) of iron. Nutrient-rich avocados contain nearly 20 vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients.
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Consumption of vitamin C rich strawberry results in generous levels of iron absorption.
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Watermelon is a fruit that anemia patients should not ignore. On average, one-eighth of a medium-sized watermelon contains about 1.5g of iron, in addition, watermelon is also rich in vitamin C, an important nutrient for the body's absorption of iron.
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The consumption of 100 g of dates can provide over 15% of the recommended daily allowance of minerals. In addition, the amount of iron in dates is about 0.3 mg to 10.4 mg per 100 g.
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100 grams of prunes contain 0.93 mg of iron. Prunes also help in digestion and lower cholesterol levels in our body.
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Figs are a good source of iron, making them a nutritious addition to a diet aimed at maintaining healthy iron levels. Including figs can contribute to meeting daily iron requirements, supporting overall well-being.
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A cup of diced peach provides 0.42 mg of iron , which accounts for at least 2.3% of an adult's daily iron requirement.
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