NUTRITION
Iron in baby's diet
How to prevent iron-deficiency anemia in African toddlers.
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Dr Kofi Asante· Child nutritionist · May 8, 2026 · 6 min read🌾
Iron-deficiency anemia affects an alarming number of children in Sub-Saharan Africa. The good news: our cuisines are full of iron-rich foods.
Animal sources
Chicken liver, fish, and red meat remain the best sources of bioavailable iron.
Plant sources
Cowpea, lentils, spinach, fonio — pair them with vitamin C to boost absorption.
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