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  ✓SPINACH Packed with iron, spinach is a versatile leafy green that can be added to various dishes.Spinach is a rich source of iron. On average, cooked spinach contains about 6.4 milligrams of iron per cup. Keep in mind that the iron in spinach is non-heme iron, which is not as easily absorbed by the body as heme iron found in animal products. Consuming vitamin C-rich foods alongside spinach can enhance the absorption of non-heme iron.   ✓LENTILS A great source of plant-based iron, lentils are also rich in protein and fiber.Lentils are an excellent plant-based source of iron. On average, cooked lentils contain approximately 6.6 milligrams of iron per cup. Like with other plant-based sources, this iron is non-heme iron, so combining lentils with vitamin C-rich foods can enhance iron absorption. ✓RED MEAT  Beef and lamb are particularly high in heme iron, which is easily absorbed by the body.Red meat, particularly beef and lamb, is a rich source of heme iron, which is more...