One of the best ways to increase iron levels in your blood is by eating a healthy diet rich in iron and other nutrients. Well-balanced nutrition that includes iron-rich foods can help improve iron deficiency and vitamin deficiency anemias. Sometimes you may need to take an iron supplement if diet alone isn’t enough; however, only take an iron supplement as directed by a health care provider.
Iron-rich foods include:
- Lean meat and poultry
- Seafood such as salmon
- White beans, kidney beans, lentils and peas
- Nuts and dried fruits.
- Green leafy vegetables such as spinach
- Fortified bread and breakfast cereals3
Your body can absorb iron better when you eat it with fruits and vegetables that are high in vitamin C.