By
Diane Vukovic
There are a lot of plant-based foods which are chock full of iron. But, unfortunately for vegetarians and vegans, the iron in these foods isn't always very absorbable by the body.
There are a lot of plant-based foods which are chock full of iron. But, unfortunately for vegetarians and vegans, the iron in these foods isn't always very absorbable by the body.
Natural chemicals
which are frequently found in plant foods decrease our bodies' ability
to absorb iron (bioavailability). These main iron blockers are:
- Phytic Acid: High amounts found in seeds and whole grains.
