Is ground beef high in iron?

Is ground beef high in iron?

One serving of ground beef contains 15% of the DV for iron and is one of the most easily accessible sources of heme iron. It’s also rich in B vitamins, zinc, selenium, and high quality protein.

What cut of beef is highest in iron?

More Red Meat High in Iron

• 28% DV in a 3oz slice of beef liver.
• 16% DV in a 3oz buffalo steak.
• 14% DV in a 3oz beef chuck roast.
• 14% DV in a 3oz lean ground beef patty (burger)
• 13% DV in a 3oz lamb shoulder roast.
• 11% DV per 3oz of beef short ribs.

Which meat has the most iron?

What foods are high in iron?

• Clams.
• Beef liver.
• Beef (chuck roast, lean ground beef)
• Turkey leg.
• Tuna.
• Eggs.
• Shrimp.
• Leg of lamb.

Do lean meats have iron?

Lean red meats are a particularly good source of iron, zinc and B12 and are easily absorbed. Iron is especially important during infancy and for adolescent girls, pregnant women, menstruating women and endurance athletes.

Does peanut butter raise your iron?

Peanut butter sandwiches For extra iron, make a sandwich using a slice of whole wheat bread that can provide around 1 mg of iron. Peanut butter is also relatively high in protein, making it a great option for toddlers who will not eat meat.

Are blueberries high in iron?

Berries – Berries are not a strong carrier of iron but they act as an active iron absorber. Strawberries, blueberries, cranberries or blackberries are all good sources of vitamin C. Consumption of any type of berries increases the absorption rate of non-heme iron. 100 grams of berries contain 0.3mg Iron.

What food has a lot of iron?

Some of the best plant sources of iron are:

• Beans and lentils.
• Tofu.
• Baked potatoes.
• Cashews.
• Dark green leafy vegetables such as spinach.
• Fortified breakfast cereals.
• Whole-grain and enriched breads.

Can you check your iron levels at home?

The BIOSAFEAnemia Meter is the first FDA-approved, hand-held device that can be conveniently used at home to test hemoglobin levels (Figure 1). Low levels of hemoglobin may indicate anemia. Thus, the Anemia Meter may be used as an additional screening method. It is not recommended for use in patients younger than 18.