Lotus root contains 1.1 milligrams of iron per 100 grams. Grams is a measure of weight. To put 100 grams in perspective, consider alternative measures for this food:
- 10 slices equals 81 grams.
- 1 root equals 115 grams.
In the category of vegetables, we included whole vegetable products in the Top 10 list. We excluded dried/dehydrated products from the Top 10. You will find some dehydrated vegetables high in iron per 100 grbut they tend to be far more volume than anyone would consume. Furthermore, foods may be fortified with iron but are not included in this Top 10 list. The food tested for the particular graph below can be described more specifically as:
Lotus root, raw
Read more about iron in vegetables or visit our iron-rich foods list.
Vegetables in the main are not an exceptional source of iron. Those vegetables that are loaded with iron also tend to be high in iron inhibitors and so you may not take in a considerable amount of iron from the vegetable itself.
Yet, even a vegetable with modest amounts of iron can play an important role in your ability to metabolize iron. Vegetables often times are full of vitamin C and vitamin C will assist you in using the iron in non-meat food items; lotus root is a high source of vitamin C.
For example, you may wish to combine tomatoes and green peppers with a grain-based main dish or with beans to increase your absorption of the iron in your entire meal. A raw pineapple treat along with your meal would help as well because of the fruit’s vitamin C content. A glass of fruit juice is also a great move.