Eat iron-rich foods regularly
Include vitamin C-rich foods with meals to improve iron absorption
Consume folate-rich foods such as leafy greens, beans, and fortified grains
Eat vitamin B12-rich foods such as meat, fish, eggs, and dairy
Include protein-rich foods in your diet
Limit tea and coffee with meals
Avoid excessive intake of calcium-rich foods or supplements at the same time as iron-rich meals
Treat heavy menstrual bleeding promptly
Manage chronic illnesses that can cause anemia
Prevent and treat parasitic infections
Get regular health checkups if you are at risk
Take iron, folate, or vitamin B12 supplements only if recommended by a healthcare professional
Feed infants and children with age-appropriate iron-rich foods
Follow recommended prenatal vitamins during pregnancy
Seek medical care if you have symptoms of anemia