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Iron is needed by our body? Give reason also, name some of the iron-rich foods.

Haemoglobin is the red coloured pigment present in blood. Iron is an important component of haemoglobin which carries oxygen from lungs to different body parts. Iron-rich foods are lentils, beans, green leafy vegetables, dried fruits etc.


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