It’s iron time!

Why do I need Iron?

*Stress and Disease Resistance

*Growth in Children

*Hemoglobin Production

How can I get Iron through my diet?

*Eggs

*Fish

*Lean Meat

*Leafy Green Vegetables

*highest: Liver-1/4 LB-200 MG

*Shredded Wheat- 1 Biscuit- 30 MG

What can I give my kiddos with Iron?

*a biscuit with butter and jelly or jam

*scrambled eggs with cheese

How do I know I need Iron?

*Breathing Difficulties

*Brittle Nails

*Anemia

*Sore or Inflamed Tongue