Almond milk - Does it interfere with iron absorption?

[Ten]

I need more iron as my levels are low.

They say calcium effects iron absorption in the body. I was making a fig, molasses and tahini iron packed smoothie but made it on almond milk. 

Would you think almond milk would effect the iron in this drink because almonds contain calcium?

[Ida Ratherberaw]

Nettle tea, or nettle tincture ( or nettle plants in your smoothie!) are all great for iron. Check it out.

[Elisa Bieg]

If almonds are a concern because of calcium content, tahini should be too, since sesame seeds are high in calcium as well. Truth is, short of supplementation, it's a little hard to find something that supplies a high quantity of any mineral or vitamin without including also others that might influence its absorption.

I would focus instead on consuming iron-rich foods with vitamin-C, as that is something that is well known to increase its absorption. So perhaps pair the tahini and molasses with strawberries, or add chopped figs and molasses to your dressing for a tomato salad. 

I also second Ida's suggestion to try nettle. I have only read about consuming it cooked or juiced to increase iron, but I don't know how you'd get around the stinging problem without cooking it. I have heard of people adding it to their smoothies before, but I have never tried it.

I also found this, I hope it helps: http://www.incrediblesmoothies.com/raw-food-diet/raw-nutrition/how-...

Good luck!