If you don't get enough iron, you'll feel weak and fatigued. Foods with little iron include chicken, broccoli, pork and peanut butter. The best sources of iron tend to be red meats, legumes and some vegetables (spinach and green beans are both good if you want iron). Of course, too much iron also isn't good, leading to infections, organ damage and gastrointestinal troubles.
Boil or steam the chayote halves for 30 to 40 minutes, or until tender. Alternatively, bake the halves for 20 to 30 minutes at 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Allow the halves to cool until you can comfortably handle them. Remove the seed from the one half and set it aside. Scoop the flesh out of the peel with a large spoon.
Although not as popular as the fruit, the root and leaves of the chayote plant are also edible. The root can be prepared in a similar manner to potatoes and the leaves can be cooked like mustard or collard greens.hen purchasing a chayote, looks for fruit that is firm to the touch and has smooth, bright skin. Deep wrinkles or furrows are normal on the surface of the fruit but the skin should not be loose or excessively wrinkled.