How can I increase the iron levels in my blood?
Cod liver oil and a wheat germ preparation were used to supplement a basic diet in order to study the effect on the retentions of calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, iron and nitrogen under strict control of activities and environmental conditions. The basic diet supported good retention of iron, but excellent storage was accomplished with the aid of the wheat germ preparation. The results were traced largely to the ash of the preparation rather than to the organic portion. The latter exerted a slight influence. Nitrogen retention was also improved by this supplement. Cod liver oil further supplemented the wheat germ in its effect on nitrogen and iron retention. How to prepare foods to retain iron Iron skillets used for cooking can add to the total iron intake of the food being cooked in them, especially when acidic foods are cooked (such as tomato sauce). However, iron can be lost using other cooking methods even under the best conditions. To retain iron: Cook foods in a minimal amount of
