Patient's question:
The child has been crying non-stop recently and isn't eating much. What are some good foods for a one-year-old who is iron-deficient?Doctor's answer:
Hello, if the child's iron deficiency is not severe, eating foods rich in iron is sufficient. Such as animal organs like liver and kidneys, as well as animal blood, which are rich in iron and have high absorption rates. Additionally, lean meat and egg yolks are also good sources of iron. Among plant-based foods, seaweed, kelp, beans, as well as jujubes and black fungus, are high in iron, but their absorption rate is lower than that of the aforementioned animal-based foods. If the child's iron deficiency is severe and accompanied by anemia, medication should be taken under the guidance of a doctor.