Red meat, poultry, and fish are excellent sources of heme iron, which is easily absorbed by the body.
Vitamin C helps increase the absorption of non-heme iron. Include foods rich in vitamin C, such as citrus fruits, strawberries, bell peppers, broccoli, and tomatoes, in your diet.
Folate (vitamin B9) is crucial for the production of red blood cells. Foods high in folate include dark leafy greens, nuts, seeds, beans, and fortified cereals.
Both vitamins are important for the production of red blood cells. Sources of B12 include meat, dairy products, and eggs. Vitamin B6 can be found in bananas, potatoes, and fortified cereals.
–Beetroot is rich in iron, folate, and antioxidants. Drinking beetroot juice or adding it to salads can help increase hemoglobin levels.
Some foods and substances can inhibit iron absorption. Avoid or limit tea, coffee, dairy products, and foods high in calcium around meal times to enhance iron absorption.