7 Scrumptious Drinks That Are High in Iron

1. Iron is a mineral vital for the transport of oxygen in the body.
2. Maintaining good iron levels can help with overall energy, focus, and immunity. 
3. Vitamin C through diet or supplementation helps absorb iron.

They are several animal-and plant-based foods that can help maintain iron levels in the body to a normal range.

In cases with huge amounts of blood loss, doctors may recommend blood transfusion or iron infusions.

Consider vitamin-C-rich drinks for iron deficiency because it creates a huge difference in iron absorption capacity. If you want to boost your iron levels in the body, taking vitamin C along with iron-rich foods will speed up the process of iron absorption in the body.

Vitamin C is found in tomatoes, orange juice, peppers, and most citrus foods. You can take dietary supplements prescribed by a doctor.

1. Prune juice: Prunes are dried plums and have high amounts of iron and vitamins B6 and C. Prunes help alleviate gastric problems, especially constipation.
2. Pumpkin juice: Pumpkins are high in various minerals, vitamins, and phytonutrients. Pumpkin juice can be easily made by pureeing the pumpkin flesh in a blender. You can add water to achieve desired consistency. Add some pumpkin seeds to further enhance the taste and nutrient profile of this drink.
3. Cucumber, kale, and spinach smoothie: Also called a green smoothie. Spinach and kale have good amounts of iron and vitamin C, which makes them great plant-based foods for people with iron deficiencies. Cucumber has decent amounts of calcium, potassium, and magnesium.
4. Herbal iron syrup: Aviva Romm (a herbalist) recommends making a tonic called herbal iron tonic syrup. This syrup has been researched for several years in her practice. It is plant-based and contains molasses, which is rich in iron and sugars. If you have a medical condition that needs you to restrict sugar intake, check with your doctor or nutritionist to know if this drink will be okay for you.
   • Recipe for the herbal drink
     • Ingredients
       • ½ ounce dried dandelion root
       • ½ ounce dried yellow dock root
       • ½ cup blackstrap molasses
     • Preparation
       • Put the roots in a quart jar and cover with boiling water
       • Let it sit for four to eight hours
       • Strain into a pot and simmer until you are left with a cup of liquid
       • Add blackstrap molasses and then, remove from heat
       • Store in the refrigerator
       • The dose is one to two tablespoons daily
       • Take it with 250 mg of vitamin C for best absorption
       • This preparation can be refrigerated for several weeks
5. Orange and beetroot smoothie:
   • This drink is rich in iron and vitamin C and can be enjoyed by all age groups.
   • This boosts immunity and has great skin benefits.
6. Pea protein shakes:
   • Pea protein powder is made from the extract that is obtained in yellow peas.
   • Pea protein has been used in several recipes and shakes.
   • Add extra fruit or vegetable that are high in iron.
   • Pea protein has higher amounts of iron compared to several other protein powders.
   • Pea protein shake is generally combined with green leafy vegetables, almond, or coconut milk, and fruits, such as bananas.
7. Spinach, strawberry, and banana smoothie:
   • These are all great sources of non-heme iron.
   • Spinach provides iron and banana and strawberries provide vitamin C.
   • Vitamin C can help maintain your hemoglobin levels in the body.