Iron Rich Foods:

Meats: Lean beef, lean pork, skinned poultry, shellfish, fish, liver, organ meats.

Egg yolks: Rich in iron, but very high in cholesterol and saturated fat.

Dried beans or peas: Pinto, kidney, lima, navy, chick peas, black-eyed peas, lentils, split peas, green peas.

Green leafy vegetables: Spinach, kale, collards, beet greens, chard, broccoli.

Dried fruits: Raisins, prunes, figs, dates, dried peaches, dried apricots.

Nuts and peanut butter

Grains: Iron fortified cereals (read labels), enriched breads, whole grain breads.

Blackstrap molasses

NOTE: Your body absorbs iron from animal foods more easily than iron in foods from plants. However, to help your body absorb plant iron, include a source of Vitamin C with your meal. Sources of Vitamin C include: citrus fruit or juice, tomatoes, broccoli, melons, strawberries and most deep colored fruits and vegetables.

Lastly, select a variety of foods from all food groups and include a food high in iron at least once a day.