Is There Iron in a Bagel? Understanding the Nutritional Facts
                                
                                
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                                According to the USDA, a medium plain bagel contains about 4.46 mg of iron, making it a surprising source of this essential mineral. This is particularly true for enriched bagels, which have iron added back in after processing.