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How Much Iron Is in a Turkey?

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Dark turkey meat contains significantly more iron than white meat, with a 3.5-ounce serving providing about 1.4 mg of iron, compared to just 0.7 mg in the same portion of breast meat. The total amount of iron in a turkey varies based on the cut and preparation method.