India, Sept. 25 -- Iron is a crucial nutrient required for transfer of oxygen to each part of the body. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Karuna Chaturvedi, head, clinical nutrition, Max Super Speciality Hospital, Noida explained the importance of having iron-rich foods in everyday diet. "Vegetarians and vegans can easily elevate the quantity of iron in their diet by incorporating plant-based iron-rich food," the nutritionist added. Also read | 5 iron-rich recipes to boost energy levels during winters

Here's how vegetarians and vegans can add more iron-rich foods to their diet:

"By eating these iron-rich foods as part of their diet and also following the above-mentioned tips, vegetarians and vegans can maintain optimum iron levels,...