article_snippet.sent: You need vitamin C to utilise iron
article_snippet.sent: so if you are anemic, ensure you have adequate amounts of both.
article_snippet.sent: 100g of liver (left) will give you 23mg of iron.
article_snippet.sent: Eat: 100g of liver will give you 23mg of iron; pumpkin seeds 15mg per 100g; dark chocolate 17mg per 100g.
article_snippet.sent: Why you need it: Iron is needed to transport oxygen around the body and deficiency can cause anemia and fatigue.
article_snippet.sent: If you are increasing your iron intake, ensure you also increase your VITAMIN C as this is needed to utilise iron efficiently.
article_snippet.sent: Iron is found in red meats, particularly liver, nuts, seeds, beans, whole grains, and green leafy vegetables.