Diet plays an essential role in cases of fatigue. Lentils are known for their nutritional density in iron, as are red meat or spinach, but another food contains much more.
Persistent fatigue, lack of energy, dull complexion… These signs can reveal a lack of iron. The first thing to do is watch what you eat. Certain foods are particularly rich in iron and therefore effective in combating a deficiency. This mineral plays a key role in oxygen transport and energy metabolism, making it a central daily nutrient. While spinach and lentils are often cited as essential food sources for stocking up on iron, another lesser-known food stands out. Nutrition experts present it as a “superfood.
This food is a small seed “naturally rich in minerals essential for the production of red blood cells and the maintenance of energy” explains Dr. Shubham Vatsya, gastroenterologist and hepatologist, in a video. A study confirms its “exceptional iron content of around 100 mg per 100 g”. For comparison, this concentration is much higher than that of red meat (2.5 to 3 mg/100g), lentils (3.3 mg of iron/100g) or even spirulina (28 mg/100g). For scientists, this seed can “treat anemia or iron deficiency without resorting to other food supplements”.
The doctor also tells us that “the fibers they contain improve transit and reduce constipation, while their antioxidants help to naturally reduce inflammation”. This digestive support is supplemented by a supply of calcium and magnesium, two precious minerals for bone health and the proper functioning of the heart. What is this seed? This is the seed of garden cress (Lepidium sativum), also called “Halim seed”.
Originally from the Middle East and Africa, this small red seed has been cultivated since Antiquity for its strengthening properties. Once soaked for a few hours in water, milk or a vegetable drink, the seeds form a slightly gelatinous texture, close to that of chia seeds. They are eaten in the same way as the latter, at a rate of one teaspoon per day, 2 to 3 times per week, ideally for breakfast or dessert, mixed with yogurt, porridge or a smoothie. Some people also consume them diluted in a glass of water or milk, once a day.
In cooking, they have a slightly peppery and spicy taste, close to that of mustard or radish. You will easily find them in organic stores or specialized grocery stores under the name garden cress or Halim seeds. Adopting this small daily gesture could transform your level of vitality and your intestinal well-being, offering a natural and powerful alternative to traditional iron cures. Warning: halim seeds are strictly not recommended in case of pregnancy because they can cause uterine contractions and thyroid disorders because they contain goitrogenic substances which can interfere with the absorption of iodine.
