How much iron in oatmeal?

Oatmeal contains a wide array of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and is a good source of protein, complex carbohydrates and iron. A Penn State study also showed that oatmeal sustains your blood sugar levels longer than many other foods, which keeps your insulin levels stable and ensures you won’t be ravenous for the few hours that follow. read more

Comparing iron in oatmeal vs spinach The amount of iron in spinach is 2.7 mg per 100g.As iron percentage of the RDA this is 19 %. Comparing with Cereals, QUAKER, QUAKER MultiGrain Oatmeal, dry, in 100g contains 2.98 mg of iron. As a percentage of the RDA this is 21 %. read more

Oats and Oatmeal: High Iron but High Iron Inhibitors Oats and oatmeal are popular food items and, on their face, they are high in iron. However, oats, like many other grains such as spelt, rye, barley, sorghum, and kamut have substances that inhibit your absorption of iron. read more