Eat iron-rich foods such as red meat, liver, poultry, fish, beans, lentils, tofu, spinach, and fortified cereals
Include vitamin C-rich foods with meals such as oranges, lemons, strawberries, guava, tomatoes, and bell peppers
Take iron supplements only if prescribed by a healthcare professional
Eat folate-rich foods such as leafy greens, beans, peas, avocados, and fortified grains
Eat vitamin B12-rich foods such as eggs, dairy, meat, fish, and fortified plant-based foods
Treat underlying causes of anemia such as blood loss, heavy periods, ulcers, or intestinal problems
Avoid tea and coffee with meals
Limit calcium supplements or high-calcium foods at the same time as iron-rich meals
Cook with cast-iron cookware
Maintain a balanced diet with enough protein and calories
Get tested for iron, folate, and vitamin B12 deficiency if hemoglobin is low
Follow your doctor’s advice for managing chronic diseases that can lower hemoglobin
Stay hydrated
Do not smoke