Iron plays an essential role in your body. Its seems to be a very common deficiency when you have hypothyroidism.  Iron produces a key antioxidant in your body called catalase which protects your cells from free radicals and it breaks down the hydrogen peroxide to water and oxygen that is produced by different reactions in our bodies. If your body has a toxic build up of   hydrogen peroxide it can kill you.

Not only is iron required for the creation of thyroid hormone, low iron levels are also associated with low levels of free T3 (which is THE active form of thyroid hormone).

Iron  has important blood proteins such as hemoglobin that transports the red blood cells. Hemoglobin safely delivers carbon dioxide from the lungs and oxygen to your lungs. This is why when our iron is low you seem to experience shortness of breath. Your not getting enough oxygen . It also can cause heart palpitations, anxiety, cold feet, fatigue, foggy thinking, poor memory, joint pain, headaches and chest pain. When you don’t have enough oxygen being properly transported to the rest of the body. 

The Thyroid Requires Several Nutrients, Not Just Iron

Most people with hypothyroidism have digestive issues as-well. Say your eating  perfectly and catering to all the area’s of your body.  Everything to keep you healthy, everything your body is lacking and needs but if your gut isn’t right then you won’t  be able to absorb the needed minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium, zinc, vitamin A, selenium, Vitamin D, iodine and magnesium. This is why I included a Gut-Healing Vegetable Broth Recipe.

We must also include foods that are rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C greatly increases the absorption rate of iron in the body.  So, I wanted us to get the most out of this Iron rich veggie bowl recipe. I also included foods that are rich in vitamin c like roasted red bell pepper, asparagus and garlic.

Whole foods that are rich in iron are far superior than just taking taking an iron supplement to boost your iron levels.  You always need to know your ferritin levels before you start any kind of iron supplement. If you would like to read more on iron disorders check out The website of Iron Disorders Institute (IDI) can also provide answers  www.IronDisorders.org.

Iron Rich Salmon & Roasted Vegetable Bowl

Ingredients 4 servings

• 6 cups cubed ( ½-inch) peeled root vegetables, such as potatoes, roasted bell peppers, asparagus, turnips, carrots and beets
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• ¾ teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
• ½ teaspoon salt, divided
• 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar or red-wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic

• 1 teaspoon whole-grain mustard
• 1 teaspoon minced anchovy fillet or paste
• 8 cups mixed salad greens
• 2 6- to 7-ounce cans boneless, skinless wild Alaskan salmon, drained and flaked
• 2 scallions, sliced

Preparation

 

 

Iron Rich Juice

 

 

Gut-Healing Vegetable Broth Recipe

( This recipe is from The Wallflower Kitchen in-which my hat goes off to her! excellent recipe)

Vegan Bone Broth Alternative

This version contains lot’s of nutritional goodness that is great for overall health but particularly focuses on plenty of gut-healing properties.

The main stars are:

• Wakame seaweed: Great source of omega 3 – one of the best for vegans, great for intestinal health, full of vitamins and minerals (particularly good source of iron, calcium, magnesium and iodine). Not suitable for SCD diets, leave out as necessary.
• Shiitake mushrooms: Gives the most amazing, comforting flavor. Full of vitamins and minerals (great source of vitamin D – especially if sun dried, zinc and B vitamins). Contains all essential amino acids. Prebiotic.
• Coconut oil or olive oil: Healthy fats with a good omega ratio that help absorb nutrients.
• Turmeric: Powerful anti-inflammatory plus adds delicious flavor and a beautiful colour.
• Spinach or kale: Full of vitamins and minerals (particularly high in Vitamins K, A and C, magnesium and calcium). Also a good source of protein and omega 3. Prebiotic.
• Coconut aminos: Mainly used for flavor but also gives the benefit of it’s amino acids. May not be suitable for some diets as it’s considered a sugar, so leave out if necessary.

 

Mediterranean Breakfast Quinoa | 60% daily value (DV) of iron

Sean’s Falafel and Cucumber Sauce | 50% DV of iron

Andrea’s Pasta Fagioli | 50% DV of iron

Delicious Black Bean Burritos | 75% DV of iron

Moroccan Lentil Soup | 65% DV of iron

Vegetarian Kale Soup | 51% DV of iron

Kale Chips | 57% DV of iron

Baked Spaghetti Squash Lasagna Style | 50% DV of iron

Spicy Vegan Potato Curry | 70% DV of iron

Meatiest Vegetarian Chili from your Slow Cooker | 104% DV of iron

Marrakesh Vegetable Curry | 115% DV of iron

Kale, Quinoa, and Avocado Salad with Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette | 75% DV of iron

Lentils and Rice with Fried Onions | 54% DV of iron

Mexican Bean Salad | 42% DV of iron

Quinoa and black beans

Original recipe makes 10 servings

1 teaspoons of vegetable oil

1 onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, chopped

3/4 cup quinoa

1 1/2 cups vegetable broth

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

salt and ground black pepper to taste

2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, rinsed and drained

1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Heat oil in a saucepan over medium heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until lightly browned, about 10 minutes.

Mix quinoa into onion mixture and cover with vegetable broth; season with cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer until quinoa is tender and broth is absorbed, about 20 minutes.

Mix in the black beans and cilantro.

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