Question
What should a one-year-old eat to combat iron deficiency?
Answer
Hello, if the child’s iron deficiency is not severe, simply eating foods rich in iron is sufficient. This includes animal organs such as liver and kidneys, as well as animal blood, which are rich in iron and have high absorption rates. Also included are lean meats and egg yolks, which are animal-based. In plant-based foods, seaweed, kelp, beans, and red dates, as well as black fungus, are high in iron but have lower absorption rates than the aforementioned animal-based foods. If the child’s iron deficiency is severe and there are signs of anemia, medication treatment should be under the guidance of a doctor.