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PP E35: How to Eat Enough Iron and Zinc as an athlete (without eating meat)

May 26, 2021

Do you get enough iron and zinc? Do you worry if you will get enough if you don’t eat meat as an athlete?

I’d like to argue that you can, but it does take intention and planning.
Click to listen or watch for tips!

Do you get enough iron and zinc? Do you worry if you will get enough if you don’t eat meat as an athlete?


I’d like to argue that you can, but it does take intention and planning.

Listen or watch below for some tips.







5 Tips:

  1. Eat more leafy greens with vitamin C

  2. Cook in a cast iron skillet

  3. Limit tea consumption (tannins)

  4. Eat at least 3 servings of beans/legumes

  5. Eat a serving of nuts daily


Download the guide below for plant-based foods that contain good sources of iron and zinc!

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