Without taking vitamins or other supplements, what are some natural sources of iron?

Question

Uck, no liver either. I just can't see myself eating another creature's poison filter.

Answer 1

Sources of iron include

animal livers
animal kidneys
red meat ----> you could try this one instead of the above 2
egg yolk
bread
green vegetables


However, don't go on a eating spree, because the body only requires 1 to 2 milligrams of iron each day. Excess iron consumed all at once causes vomiting, diarrhea, and damage to the intestine. Excess iron consumed over a period of time may damage coronary arteries.


An additional tip on how to maximize the absorption of iron in your body:

The iron found in animal products are absorbed more efficiently than those found in other products (e.g. most foods and iron supplements)

However, if you happen to consume lots of vegetables, to take animal protein (eggs, fish) and/or vitamin C with it.

Answer 2

One can get iron from many natural sources like red meat, and nuts (Cashews are the best of the nuts). Also, eat more foods with Vitamin C. Vitamin C helps the absorbsion of iron into the bloodsteam. Vegetables, beans, whole grains, spinach, and dried fruits (like raisins) are also very high in iron. Also there are many cereals which are fortified with iron (iron added to them). This can be determined by looking on thje side of thae box at the nutrition face. It will say percent daily value. Go for the highest one. You should also avoid drinking tea with your meals that are high in iron. Tea contains tannin that could inhibit the absorption of iron.
Here is a complete list:


Some Good Sources Foods Rich in Iron* (Dietary Iron) are:

List of Grains Rich in Iron: Iron (mg.)
Brown rice, 1 cup cooked 0.8
Whole wheat bread, 1 slice 0.9
Wheat germ, 2 tablespoons 1.1
English Muffin, 1 plain 1.4
Oatmeal, 1 cup cooked 1.6
Total cereal, 1 ounce 18.0
Cream of Wheat, 1 cup 10.0
Pita, whole wheat, 1 slice/piece, 6 ½ inch 1.9
Spaghetti, enriched, 1 cup, cooked 2.0
Raisin bran cereal, 1 cup 6.3

List of Iron Rich Legumes, Seeds, and Soy:
Sunflower seeds, 1 ounce 1.4
Soy milk, 1 cup 1.4
Kidney beans, ½ cup canned 1.6
Chickpeas, ½ cup, canned 1.6
Tofu, firm, ½ cup 1.8
Soy burger, 1 average 1.8 to 3.9*

List of Vegetables Rich in Iron:
Broccoli, ½ cup, boiled 0.7
Green beans, ½ cup, boiled 0.8
Lima beans, baby, frozen, ½ cup, boiled 1.8
Beets, 1 cup 1.8
Peas, ½ cup frozen, boiled 1.3
Potato, fresh baked, cooked w/skin on 4.0
Vegetables, green leafy, ½ cup 2.0
Watermelon, 6 inch x ½ inch slice 3.0


A Sample List of Foods Rich in Iron:

Blackstrap Molasses, one tablespoon 3.0
Dates or Prunes, ½ cup 2.4
Beef, Pork, Lamb, three ounces 2.3 to 3.0
Liver (beef, chicken), three ounces 8.0 to 25.0
Clams, Oysters ¾ cup 3.0
Dark meat Turkey ¾ cup 2.6
Pizza, cheese or pepperoni, ½ of 10 inch pie 4.5 to 5.5

* Varies with brand. Check the iron content on the label.
** Pregnant women should not eat liver because of its very high Vitamin
A content. Large amounts of Vitamin A can be harmful to the baby.


If you need any more info go to my source: http://www.bloodbook.com/iron-foods.html

Answer 3

Red Meat, Malt O Meal, Prunes.

Answer 4

Sources of iron include: liver, meet, fish, eggs, green leafy vegetables, whole grains, poultry, enriched breads and cereals, almonds, avocados, beats, dates, kelp, lima beans, lentils, millet, pears, peaches, dried prunes, pumpkins, wheat bran, raisins, rice, sesame seeds, watercress, soybeans, red meat, brocolli, spinach, cabbage and baked beans

Answer 5

Spinich, red meat, clams, liver, sardines, bologna, lima beans, kidney beans, brussel sprouts, almonds, collard greens, cucumbers, peas, avocados, dates, prunes, mince pie, wheat germ. Green stuff and meat, nuts, and enriched flour are the groups to choose.

Answer 6

Liver, walnuts, spinach, almonds, broccolli, beef, turkey, eggs, green leafy vegetables.

Dairy products do not have much iron.

Answer 7

Fresh green vegetables are a good source of iron i.e. broccoli, kale, brussel sprouts.

Answer 8

Green leaves like spinach and red meat

Answer 9

Take green leaves everyday.that drumstic leaves having lots of irons.

Answer 10

you can literally eat food cooked in iron vessel. you can get iron through beef & spinach the most.