According to a 2024 study from the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), over 58 per cent of children aged 6 to 59 months suffer from iron deficiency. The most vulnerable groups are young children and pregnant women due to inadequate dietary intake, poor absorption, frequent infections, and increased nutrient requirements during growth and pregnancy.

Iron deficiency can be a silent yet impactful condition that affects children's physical and mental well-being. If you are looking for juices to increase iron levels, then you are at the right place. 

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To combat this hidden yet significant health issue in young children, here's a kid-friendly, nutrient-packed solution for increasing iron levels: ABC Juice! Made with the goodness of apple, amla, beetroot, and carrot, this iron-rich juice is not only delicious but also packs a powerful punch of essential nutrients. The vitamin C-rich amla helps in iron absorption, while the high iron content of beetroot and the antioxidant properties of carrot help fight against oxidative stress.

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• 04
  serves
• 165
  calories
• 10
  minutes
• 3/10
  simplicity

 

Easy Steps

01

Peel and chop the apple, beetroot, and carrot into smaller pieces to make blending easier.

02

If using fresh amla, remove the seeds and chop it into smaller pieces. If using amla powder, set it aside for later.

03

Place the chopped apple, amla, beetroot, and carrot in a blender or juicer.

04

Add water to help with the blending process. Start with 1/2 cup and add more if needed.

05

Blend everything until smooth. If you prefer a thinner juice, you can strain it using a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth.

06

Taste the juice. If you like it sweeter, add honey or jaggery to taste. You can also add a pinch of black salt for extra flavour.

07

Pour the juice into glasses, add ice cubes if desired, and give it a good stir.

08

Garnish with a slice of apple or a few mint leaves for extra freshness.

Ingredients List

• 1 medium apple (peeled and chopped)
• 1 amla (Indian Gooseberry)
• 1 small beetroot (peeled and chopped)
• 1 medium carrot (peeled and chopped)
• 2 teaspoons of honey or jaggery (optional, for sweetness)
• A pinch of black salt
• Water (for blending)
• Ice cubes (optional)

 

Nutritive Value

• Carbohydrates:47.4g
• Protein:2.6g
• Fat:0.6g
• Fibre:8.4g