Ahmed Khan Ahmed Khan Asked 9 months ago

How much iron in liver?

My reports showed low iron, and my family doctor recommended adding liver to my diet. I'm curious about its nutritional value. Roughly, how much iron can be found in liver?

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Prakash Menon Prakash Menon Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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Liver is one of the best sources of iron, very high actually, especially for increasing red blood cell count. About 5-9 mg per 100g, depending on the animal. If you're looking to boost iron, it's a very effective dietary option, but consult your doctor if you have specific health needs.

Divya Prakash Divya Prakash Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

I know liver is supposed to have a lot of iron, but I always get worried about consuming too much of anything. Does anyone else get anxious about dietary details like this? If it's for deficiency, please see a doctor.

Anisha Gupta Anisha Gupta Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Liver is very rich in iron. It's considered a superfood for iron deficiency. However, if you have a specific medical condition or iron deficiency, consult a doctor for tailored dietary advice, don't just assume a food is enough.

Anupama Singh Anupama Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Liver does have a lot of iron, yes. It's a natural source, and sometimes natural foods are best. But if you're dealing with serious iron deficiency symptoms like extreme fatigue or dizziness, please see a doctor right away, don't just try to self-treat with food.

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Sameer Khan Sameer Khan Joined Jan 2026 9 months ago

Liver is definitely packed with iron, one of the best sources actually. I've tried many home remedies for different things, and while food is important, for specific deficiencies, a doctor's diagnosis and advice on how much iron you need is most practical and safe.

Smita Reddy Smita Reddy Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Liver is known to be an excellent source of iron. If you're looking to quickly boost iron intake, it's a good option. However, for precise daily needs or if you have an iron deficiency, it's time-efficient to consult a doctor or nutritionist for targeted advice.

Priya Sharma Priya Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Haan, liver mein bahut iron hota hai. Period. But if you have an iron problem, go to a doctor, get tested. Don't just eat liver blindly hoping for the best. Medical advice is important, be practical.

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