Pumping Iron

Did you know that iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in both the developing and developed areas of the world? Women need 15 mg of iron a day. (Pregnant women need twice that amount.) An iron deficiency is likely to make you feel tired, weak and less able to perform at peak efficiency. Although foods with the highest iron levels (oysters, clams, chicken liver) aren't, shall we say, snackable, other more palatable foods, like tofu and pistachios are great sources of iron. Erin Bartels, a registered dietitian in Chicago, recommends including vitamin C with your iron intake for better absorption, such as a mandarin orange with a handful of soy nuts for a sweet and savory snack that will give you afternoon go-power.
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