iron

Important facts on the best plant-based sources of iron and a delicious iron-rich vegetarian recipe

Green beans are rich in B-complex vitamins as well as fibre and protein, making them a particularly nutritious choice. Try them in this delicious dish with apples and ginger

This spicy green has more than 15 essential vitamins and minerals, including iron, vitamin C and calcium. Try our 100-mile watercress salad recipe.

Quinoa, chickpeas and spinach are all good vegetarian sources of iron. Adding a bit of vitamin C to your meal helps with iron absorption, so this one is finished off with a squeeze of fresh orange juice.

It seems I’m not the only woman taking a healthy diet a little too far. A UK study (via Marie Claire) found that one in four women may be following a too-healthy meal plan that robs their bodies of essential iron.