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Low iron diet

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Iron is an important mineral required by the human body. Appropriate body functions can only be performed if iron is supplied to the body in adequate amount. Too much supply of iron can cause negative effects to take place.

Hemochromatosis is a disease that increases absorption level of iron inside the body. It leads to liver damage. Excess iron intake is often linked to increase of risk to cancer and heart disease. 7mg iron for 1000 calories intake is the appropriate iron consumption for an individual.

Low Iron Diet

Grains – They are a good source to gain iron. You can find grains with less than 1mg iron per serving. You may see the label on grain packaging for this purpose. Commercially prepared breads are rich in iron. Make bread at home by using non-rich iron flour.

Vegetables – Almost all the veggies contain low iron content. Dark green leafy vegetables like spinach are absolutely iron free. Tomatoes and broccoli contain huge amount of iron so avoid them. On the other hand, potatoes and carrot contain moderate amount of iron content.

Fruits – Vitamin C rich fruits enhance level of iron absorption. It is recommended to avoid such fruits. Oranges contain least amount of iron content. Majority of the fruits contain 0.5mg to 1mg iron in 1 fruit item.

Beans and Meat – They contain highest amount of iron which is absorbable. Eggs and peanuts are low in iron content. Both contain only 1mg iron per serving. Ground beef and pinto beans are also rich in iron so ignore them. Tofu is another food item that is rich in iron. The only option you have within this category is to eat in low quantity and less often the meals prepared with inclusion of beans and meat.

Dairy – All dairy products contain small amount of iron content. Cottage cheese, yogurt and milk are the best examples of low iron foods. The best part is that dairy products do not enhance iron absorption.

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