Manage Anemia by Increasing Your Iron Intake

Program Description
Anemia can result from a variety of causes, but the most common is a lack of iron. Blood cells need the element to produce the protein hemoglobin, which transports oxygen to the body. Nearly 3.5 million Americans suffer from the disease--the most common blood disorder in the U.S.--according to the National Institute of Health. Simple diet changes can help your body absorb iron and relieve dizziness, headache, fatigue and other symptoms associated with Anemia.

Actions
1. Strawberries, grapefruit and orange juice are rich in vitamin C, which helps you absorb iron.

2. Red meat, fish and chicken are all high in iron.

3. White wine enhances iron absorption.

4. Veggies like broccoli, tomatoes, potatoes, green and red peppers help the body take in iron.

5. Vitamin B12 deficiency can also cause anemia, so ingest it by drinking milk or eating cheese, pork and eggs.