is it important to take iron and calcium tablets during pregnancy? can't there be substitute food for them as I vomit after having iron and calcium tablets

A. Try to eat iron-rich foods 2 to 3 times a week. Red meat such as beef, lamb and pork are good sources of iron. Getting enough iron when pregnant eggs.pulses - beans, peas and lentils.green vegetables - spinach and broccoli.breakfast cereals with added iron.dried fruit - prunes and apricots.