28 Aug What has more iron, spinach or seeds like chia and quinoa?
If we were to make a list of foods that have higher amounts of iron it would include the following: meat, fish, seafood, eggs, grains, legumes, nuts, dairy, vegetables and fruits.
Among those that contain the most iron, especially those that are ideal for vegans and vegetarians, are chia and quinoa.
Did you know that chia has three times more iron than spinach?
Why do we need iron? Well, iron is a major component of hemoglobin that carries oxygen to all parts of the body. Iron helps with the overall cell function everywhere in the body. It also helps prevent anemia and muscle problems.
