The Benefits

It can be a challenge to get as much iron you need in a day, but knowing which foods contain the biggest amounts can definitely make it easier. So how much of the mineral do you need? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) is 18 milligrams for adult women, and 8 milligrams for men. Worth noting: Vitamin C helps your body absorb iron from food.

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