Maintaining adequate iron levels in the body is crucial for overall well-being, especially for women who suffer from anaemia. In women, various factors like menstrual bleeding and pregnancy can lead to iron deficiency. Symptoms of iron deficiency can involve fatigue, weakness, dizziness, and lethargy. Consuming iron-rich foods is essential to ensure good iron levels. Various vegetables offer a healthy amount of iron, and today, we have brought a recipe for you that will help you combat iron deficiency. 

Drumstick soup

Drumstick is rich in phosphorus and iron. Its health benefits contribute to healthy calorie regulation and blood purification. Moreover, it offers health benefits such as diabetes regulation, heart health, liver function, and better immune system. Let’s learn how to make drumstick soup for improved well-being. 

Ingredients:

•    1 cup lentils
•    3 drumstick pods
•    1 onions
•    1 tomato
•    Small piece of ginger
•    3 or 4 green beans
•    1 tablespoon of ghee
•    Half teaspoon of black pepper
•    Salt according to taste

Follow these steps to make delicious soup:

•    Wash lentils and drumsticks thoroughly. 
•    Chop the vegetables.
•    In a pressure cooker, add ghee, onion, and tomatoes. Cook them without covering the lid. 
•    Add drumstick and green beans. 
•    Add the lentils to the soup. 
•    Season with black pepper and salt to taste.
•    Finally add water and close the lid. 
•    Wait for 2-3 whistles and let it cook. 
•    After that blend the mixture, and then strain it. 
•    Reheat the strained soup. 
•    Garnish with coriander leaves before serving. 

For better health

Indulging in this delicious drumstick soup will help you maintain adequate iron-levels. If you experience any of the abovementioned symptoms of iron deficiency, you must also consider consulting a doctor. Moreover, you can consume foods high in vitamin C, which helps in iron absorption. Refrain from consuming a lot of coffee and tea as they may dehydrate the body.