You can increase your iron intake by eating iron-rich foods or taking iron supplements. However, you generally only absorb a portion of the iron you eat. In this video, learn tips to help boost your iron absorption so you can make the most of your nutritious diet.
You can read more about how to get enough iron in your diet here.
References
Ems, T., et al. (2022). Biochemistry, iron absorption. StatPearls.
National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. (2022). Iron.
Piskin, E., et al. (2022). Iron absorption: Factors, limitations, and improvement methods. ACS Omega.
Zijp, I. M., et al. (2000). Effect of tea and other dietary factors on iron absorption. Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition.
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