This blog post will walk you through: vegan iron vitamins. Don’t worry, we’ve got all the answers about this subject.
How Much Iron Do I Need?
The recommended daily amount of iron for most adults eating a mixed diet of animal-based and plant-based foods is 8mg for men, and 18mg for women (1). Taking too much iron can be harmful, so we recommend consulting a physician to help you make the best choice for your situation.
Do Vegans Need To Take An Iron Supplement?
It takes about 8-12 weeks to correct an iron deficiency with a supplement.
Too much iron (over 20 mg/kg body weight) can lead to serious health risks (common in children).
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Sources of iron
Good plant sources of iron include lentils, chickpeas, beans, tofu, cashew nuts, chia seeds, ground linseed, hemp seeds, pumpkin seeds, kale, dried apricots and figs, raisins, quinoa and fortified breakfast cereal. The most important factor is your body’s need for iron: more is absorbed when your body is short of iron, and less is absorbed when your stores are full.
Good sources of vitamin C include pepper, broccoli, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, kiwifruit, oranges, strawberries, pineapple, grapefruit and orange juice.
Need Some Inspiration?
Read our detailed PDF. If you have concerns about your diet, please talk to your doctor about seeing a dietitia.
Our Top Vegan Iron Supplements (2021 Updated)
Iet, I did so directly from being a meat eater and didn’t take the gradual approach by becoming a vegetarian first.
I’ll be totally honest that it wasn’t easy, and one of the biggest things I struggled with is getting my micronutrients right. I had heard that I had to keep an eye on my vitamins, especially vitamin B12, but iron didn’t strike me as something I could end up lacking. However, after just a few weeks of my new lifestyle, I saw some symptoms of iron deficiency.
It took me quite a while though to find some high-quality ones that were certified vegan. So, to help you avoid spending endless hours searching, I’ve come up with a list of 7 iron supplements that I have fully researched and tested. Let’s get right into i.