If you’ve been feeling tired, weak, short of breath, or have noticed you’re getting dizzy, low iron may be one possible reason. Iron deficiency is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies worldwide, especially among women of reproductive age, vegetarians, vegans, pregnant women, and endurance athletes.

The good news? In many cases, nutrition and lifestyle can play a powerful role in preventing - and even helping improve - iron deficiency. Building an iron-rich diet is one of the best ways to support healthy iron stores over the long term.

Remember…

Every meal is an opportunity to nourish our bodies with the nutrients they need to thrive.

And even though the most “obvious” sources of iron are from animal proteins, it is possible to get plenty of iron from plant-based foods, too. So today I’m sharing two of my favorite iron-rich recipes - both vegan (no meat!) - for all the “plant-forward” eaters, or even for any carnivores that want to boost their iron levels with more than just meat. These recipes are great for everyone!