How to replenish iron-deficiency anemia through diet
Disease description:
I am currently in the second trimester of pregnancy. During a routine checkup at the hospital yesterday, the test results for maternal trace elements indicated that I have iron-deficiency anemia. Despite regularly consuming nutritious foods, my diet apparently lacks sufficient iron. How can I improve my iron intake through diet?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Feng
Dietary methods for improving iron-deficiency anemia mainly include the following points:
1. Consuming iron-rich foods: such as red meats (beef, lamb, pork), animal liver, duck blood, and pig blood. These foods are rich in heme iron, which is easily absorbed by the human body.
2. Increasing plant-based iron sources: legumes (e.g., red beans, black beans), vegetables (e.g., spinach, kale), and dried fruits and nuts (e.g., raisins, walnuts) are also good sources of iron.
3. Supplementing with vitamin C: foods rich in vitamin C, such as tomatoes, hawthorn, and strawberries, help promote iron absorption.
4. Proper food pairing: combining iron-rich foods with vitamin C-rich foods can enhance iron absorption.
