Can Vegans Get Heme Iron? Understanding Plant-Based Iron Sources
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While heme iron is primarily found in animal products like red meat, providing between 15-35% absorption, vegans must rely exclusively on non-heme iron from plant sources. This raises a critical question for those on a plant-based diet: Can vegans get heme iron? The answer lies in understanding and optimizing the non-heme iron from a variety of plant foods.
