Vitamin Rich Foods: Magnesium, Potassium & Iron Sources

Foods rich in magnesium, potassium, and calcium are essential for heart health and muscle function. Discover the best dietary sources for iron and B12, and learn how steaming vegetables compares to boiling for nutrient preservation.

High Iron & Hemoglobin Counts

Published Jul,08 2011 | By Matthew Fox, MD

Iron is a mineral found mostly in red blood cells, also known as erythrocytes. These are the most common blood cells in the bloodstream. Blood also contains white cells, or leukocytes, which are part of the immune system, platelets involved in healing, and a variety of proteins.