VZ 149: The Importance of Iron (and How to Get Enough When You Follow a Plant-Based Diet) - a podcast by Vickie Velasquez & Larissa Galenes

Iron on a Plant-Based Diet

In this episode of the Vegetarian Zen podcast we’ll share what we’ve learned about iron as a result of Larissa’s recent diagnosis of severe iron deficiency.

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Resources Used for this Episode



* Iron in the Vegan Diet

* Iron Deficiency Anemia

* 10 Plant-based Foods Packed with Iron

* What Every Vegetarian Needs to Know About Iron



Recipe of the Week



* Red Beans and Rice



Quotes of the Week

A teacher who is attempting to teach without inspiring the pupil with a desire to learn is hammering on cold iron.

— Horace Mann

Question: Have you experienced problems with iron deficiency?

Thanks for listening!

Peace and Veggies,

Vickie and Larissa

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