Vegan foods rich in iron | Iron deficiency in vegans

Iron is an essential nutrient that plays an important role in many bodily functions.
The recommended daily intake is based on an average intake of 18 mg per day. However, individual requirements vary based on a person’s gender and life stage.
since non-heme iron tends to be less easily absorbed by our bodies than heme iron, the RDI for vegetarians and vegans is 1.8 times higher than for meat eaters.
Watch the video for the list of 19 plant foods that are high in iron.

Legumes, including beans, peas and lentils, are great sources of iron.
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