Top 10 Iron-Rich Fruits During Pregnancy

Fruits are immensely important during pregnancy. They make you feel hydrated, serve your pregnancy cravings in a healthy way, & also provide so many nutrients for you & your baby’s well being.

​Here is a list of fruits that are a rich source of iron, to help you increase your blood production & improve your hemoglobin levels.
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1. Mulberries – Mulberries are a rich source of iron and may even be good for your cholesterol levels and in maintaining blood sugar levels. One hundred grams of mulberries contain only 43 calories but have 10 grams of iron & vitamin C. Hence, it can be a good choice for you during pregnancy.
   
   
2. Passion fruit – Passion fruit contains vitamin C, magnesium, iron, phosphorous, and very healthy for you during pregnancy. It boosts immunity, increases iron and hemoglobin levels, and also reduces insomnia.
   
   
3. Dates – Dates are considered the top choice in your 36th week because they aid contractions & help in a smooth labor experience. In addition to that, dates contain calcium, magnesium, & iron which are very healthy for the mother-to-be. The iron content is also helpful in increasing the hemoglobin levels for the mother & they make an excellent choice for pregnancy fruits!
   
   
4. Prunes – Prunes contain natural laxatives which prevent & treat constipation during pregnancy. Also, they help in lowering your stress levels helping you feel better & fresher. They are also a rich source of iron, magnesium, vitamin C, and vitamin A, all of which makes prunes a very healthy fruit option during pregnancy.
   
   
5. Raspberries - Raspberries are high in iron, vitamin C, antioxidants, fiber, potassium and folate. They help in increasing your hemoglobin levels, iron absorption & also aid digestion. You can also add berries to yogurt to make for a healthy dessert.
   
   
6. Apricots – High in vitamin A, vitamin C, & iron, they help in the cell production, especially in the formation of eyes & tissues for your baby. Also, dried apricots make for a good snack during pregnancy cravings while increasing your hemoglobin levels at the same time.
   
   
7. Apples – In addition to being a very good source of fiber, apples also contain vitamin A, iron, & pectin to aid your cell formation and blood production. They prevent and relieve constipation & maintain your sugar levels during pregnancy.
   
   
8. Pomegranates – Pomegranates make for an excellent super fruit during pregnancy. They reduce nausea, relieve morning sickness, aid digestion and also help in blood production, reducing iron deficiency anemia.
   
   
9. Bananas – An excellent source of folate & potassium which helps in cell formation & reduces the risk of neural tube defects, bananas also contain iron which help in reducing iron deficiency anemia. Add them to your fruit salads or ice creams to make healthy desserts!
   
   
10. Peaches – Peaches are a great source of vitamin C, iron, potassium, and dietary fibre, all good and necessary nutrients for pregnant women. Also, they are safe for you & can be used to make a variety of desserts as well!
    
    More often than not, a regular diet is insufficient to provide us with all the required vitamins & minerals during pregnancy due to your body's increased needs. Hence, women should consider depending on additional prenatal supplements to meet their requirements. Always remember to speak with your doctor.
    
    MamaBix is a food-based iron rich supplement to fulfil your iron and folic acid needs during pregnancy and lactation. It also contains 120mg of Vitamin C to increase the absorption of iron. 
    

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​More than 70% of pregnant women prefer eating MamaBix over iron pills.

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