Protein foods high in iron

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Avatar n tn I eat alot of beans which is high in fiber and iron, lentils also high in fiber and iron, I did juices as well which is a great in between meal. Juices with kale, apples blackberries, pineapple, oranges, bananas, and other berries. Berries are great antioxidants they clean the system very well. My doctor told me not to eat tuna high in mercury and in protein both which is bad for pregnancy if consumed too much. So once a month I make 4 Oz of salmon with brown rice and raw green veggies.
3211536 tn?1359385569 In the meantime, please do try to drink Ensure or Carnation Instant Breakfast (blah), look for the high protein foods that are low in sodium (send that son of yours out fishing!), and eat the small frequent meals that I already know you are doing. Personally, if it were me in your situation Cree, I would avoid spinach and kale, and only eat other greens (e.g.
Avatar f tn High protein (meats, nuts, some cheese) and green vegetables.
Avatar f tn My understanding is that most dairy products are high in protein, low in iron (and some, like milk, even inhibit the absorption of iron). My husband's fave hi protein/low iron food is peanut butter.
Avatar m tn Or does your pulse O2 tend to run low? Red meat is high in iron which the red blood cells use to carry oxygen from the lungs to the cells. My guess is that it is not a protein issue but rather an iron content issue.
7177914 tn?1399518500 What are some foods that are high in protein besides chicken and beef? This pregnancy meat isnt sitting real well with me and I'm wondering if my lack of protein could be why I continuously keep getting sick... I've heard salmon, brussel sprouts, both I love, beans which I'm not a fan of... any other ideas lovlies?? I'm also hoping if I get more protein maybe I won't constantly feel like I haven't eaten in days... lol TIA!!!
Avatar f tn Women have a higher demand for iron then men due to monthly menstrual flow. There are 2 types of iron in our food sources, Heme iron and Non-Heme iron. Heme iron is from animal sources and Non-Heme is plant sources. Non-Heme iron has more iron then Heme iron , however, it does not absorbed well into our bodies so it is important to eat foods with Vitamin C and Heme iron foods to enhance absorption.
Avatar f tn Be careful with foods high in iron. For some reason the virus seems to love iron. Red meat is one source of iron so keep it to a minimum. A noted Hep Researcher who posts here recommends embedding all of your proteins in vegetables to slow down the process of digestion which eases the burden on the liver. That means eating veggies (especially leafy greens like salad) with protein rich foods. How is your husband doing now?
Avatar n tn I think eating slowly is a good idea. It takes me 30-40 minutes to eat breakfast and 1 hour to eat lunch and 1 hour to eat dinner. I watch TV as I eat and take my time on purpose. I don't snack. I also drink water and coffee slowly. I use organic instant coffee and it takes me an hour to drink 7 ounces in the morning (1 tsp instant coffee). I actually use a watch to drink coffee and water. I take pills in the middle of meals.
1185546 tn?1264310043 Suggest for your anemia that you take iron supplements to get it under control and then eat foods high in the iron to maintain it in normal limits. I recommend you read up on vegetarian and combinations of starches / vegetables and beans / nuts for protein, calcium, and other nutrients. Good sources of information are the American Dietetic Association website, www.eatright.org and Vegetarian Resource Group website, www.vrg.org.
9455625 tn?1412820762 Have protein(ketones) in your urine means you aren't eating enough, so your body is using up fat reserves as a source of energy, therefore meaning your body is in starvation mode
973741 tn?1342342773 Dark leafy greens are high in non-heme iron. Studies show that vegetarians and vegans may consume as much iron as non-vegetarians, however, they are still at a higher risk of deficiency. This is because non-heme iron (which is what you find in fortified foods, vegetables, beans, etc.) is not as readily absorbed as heme-iron, which comes from animal sources.
Avatar f tn t think you should take an iron pill you are going to have 50% more blood in your body. I would just start eating foods with iron calcium and protein because your baby really needs it.
Avatar f tn My iron is so low I have to take three iron pills a day, normally you only take one. Im anemic so it can get bad if I don't have it. I get clammy and get sick.
1591337 tn?1297101349 Some studies suggest that getting three grams a day could make for better erections. Many foods high in good-for-you omega 3s are also high in L-Arginine, such as free-range game, seafood, walnuts, and sesame seeds. Plus, omega 3s help your body better absorb L-Arginine, according to a study in Nutrition & Metabolism.
Avatar f tn Try to eat meals comprising 50-60 per cent carbohydrates to replenish your glycogen reserves, and foods rich in protein to assist your body in repairing muscle and tissue. Indulge any cravings you might have - these could be your body's way of telling you what it needs.
410850 tn?1229178711 I suffer from an extremely high iron load in the liver tissue and it really makes me feel terrible you can read my post on hep c and high iron,I hope it is helpful. Iron stored in liver tissue with high levels inflames the liver and has many other issues including heart failure depending on how high. I am prescribed therapeutic phlebotomy's to lower the iron load it makes a world of difference.
Avatar m tn I assume you’re not cirrhotic, if you’re in or considering treatment. There are no specific dietary requirements associated with Hep C or its treatment. All of us will benefit from a nutritious, balanced diet, though. Remain hydrated, use common sense, and enjoy!
Avatar f tn I work in a facility where I can use dip sticks and it is starting to show abnormal protein. Are there certain foods or drinks that cause too much protein in your urine?
Avatar f tn Suggest for your anemia that you take iron supplements to get it under control and then eat foods high in the iron to maintain it in normal limits. I recommend you read up on vegetarian and combinations of starches / vegetables and beans / nuts for protein, calcium, and other nutrients. Good sources of information are the American Dietetic Association website, www.eatright.org and Vegetarian Resource Group website, www.vrg.