Iron

Written By Live Naturally
Dated: February 3, 2007

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Iron is needed for red blood cells and is a vital component of haemoglobin, which transports oxygen to the cells, and it is also in many enzymes. Iron also maintains the immune system.


Among the richest food sources are liver, kidney, red meat and oily fish. Eggs, bread, green leafy vegetables, pulses, dried fruit and fortified breakfast cereals also contain some.