Iron - Sources and Functions

Iron

Iron function:

• Iron is needed for the formation of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen from the lungs to the body cells.

Iron sources:

• Iron is found in meats, eggs, dark green leafy vegetables, legumes, whole grains and enriched food products.

List All Nutrient Information

Calories Potassium Folate (Folic Acid)
Total Fat Vitamin A Vitamin B12
Saturated Fat Vitamin D Calcium
Polyunsaturated Fat Vitamin E Iron
Monounsaturated Fat Vitamin K Phosphorus
Cholesterol Vitamin C Magnesium
Carbohydrate Thiamin (B1) Zinc
Fiber Riboflavin (B2) Pantothenic Acid
Protein Niacin Copper
Sodium Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Manganese

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