No only can menthol be toxic to cats, but the source of menthol (such as menthol cigarettes) can be even worse. Menthol can be fatal when ingested but menthol essential oils (including peppermint) are also very irritating to the skin. Use catnip instead! Drew Weigner, DVM, ABVP.
Choose foods containing vitamin C to enhance iron absorption. You can enhance your body's absorption of iron by drinking citrus juice or eating other foods rich in vitamin C at the same time that you eat high-iron foods. Vitamin C in citrus juices, like orange juice, helps your body to better absorb dietary iron.Vitamin C is also found in: 1  Broccoli.2  Grapefruit. 3  Kiwi.4  Leafy greens.5  Melons.itamin C in citrus juices, like orange juice, helps your body to better absorb dietary iron. Vitamin C is also found in: 1  Broccoli. 2  Grapefruit. 3  Kiwi. 4  Leafy greens. 5  Melons.
Some foods that contain vitamin A: Sweet Potato, Carrots and Spinach. 2. Take vitamin C to absorb Chromium, Zinc and Iron â By simply drinking a glass of orange juice with a meal you will increase the absorption of Chromium, Zinc and Iron. Other foods that contain Vitamin C: Red and Green Peppers, Tomatoes and Broccoli.