Eat more iron-rich foods
Include red meat, liver, poultry, and fish
Eat beans, lentils, chickpeas, tofu, and soy products
Eat spinach, kale, and other dark leafy greens
Eat iron-fortified cereals, bread, and grains
Combine iron-rich foods with vitamin C foods like oranges, strawberries, bell peppers, and tomatoes
Avoid tea and coffee with meals
Avoid calcium supplements and dairy at the same time as iron-rich meals
Cook with cast-iron cookware
Take an iron supplement if prescribed by a doctor
Treat heavy menstrual bleeding if present
Address stomach or intestinal problems that reduce iron absorption
Get tested for iron deficiency if symptoms are present
Follow up with a healthcare professional before starting supplements