Eat iron-rich foods: red meat, liver, chicken, fish, beans, lentils, tofu, spinach, and fortified cereals
Include vitamin C-rich foods with meals: oranges, lemons, strawberries, bell peppers, tomatoes, and broccoli
Increase folate intake: leafy greens, beans, peas, avocados, and fortified grains
Get enough vitamin B12: meat, fish, eggs, dairy, and fortified plant-based foods
Avoid tea and coffee with meals
Limit calcium-rich foods or supplements at the same time as iron-rich meals
Cook with cast iron cookware
Treat heavy menstrual bleeding if present
Manage chronic blood loss from ulcers, hemorrhoids, or intestinal problems
Take iron supplements only as directed by a healthcare professional
Follow treatment for underlying causes such as anemia, kidney disease, or vitamin deficiencies
Get regular blood tests to monitor hemoglobin levels
Maintain a balanced diet with enough protein and calories
Seek medical care if hemoglobin remains low or symptoms worsen