I have very low iron and i get tired alot. I'm not big on meats so what can i do so i wont be that tired?

Answer 1

take a One-a-Day vitamin for women, that should take care of your iron needs,,,,,give it a few days to kick in, and you should see a difference,,, also have a check up, if that doesnt help, to see if something is causing your low iron levels,,,,

Answer 2

I suggest all natural Iron Plus C Complex. A friend of mine had low iron during her pregnancy and started taking this supplement. Right away she could tell that it was working by her increased energy.

Vitamin C is added for better iron absorption. Also, the iron is plant based so it won't cause you a problem with constipation.

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Answer 3

There are plenty of foods that are high in iron that don't include meat or meat products. For instance, Cream of Wheat is exceptionally high in iron and if you eat it once or twice a week, will get your iron count where it should be. Also beans, including kidney, lima, navy, black, pinto, soy beans and lentils. Iron fortified whole grains, including cereals, breads, rice, and pasta greens, including collard greens, kale, mustard greens, spinach and turnip greens. Tofu - if you can stomach it. Broccoli, swiss chard, asparagus, parsley, watercress and brussel sprouts. Blackstrap molasses (yuck), nuts, egg yolks and dried fruits, such as raisins, prunes, dates and apricots.

Be aware that iron in your blood is cumulative. Don't expect a high iron count if you have a spinach salad before your afternoon appointment with the Dr. It can take awhile to build it up, so eating iron rich foods needs to become a habit.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

First I would check with your doctor, but in the meantime, take a daily multi-vitamin with extra iron, and make sure to get enough foods high in iron. Some of these are:
Beans, dried or canned, all kinds
Peas, like black eyed peas, field peas
Greens: mustard, turnip greens, spinach
Broccoli
Raisins
Prunes and prune juice
Iron-fortified cereals

You also need extra vitamin C to help your body absorb the iron properly. Most sweet fruits (especially citrus), bell peppers, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, and sweet potatoes are a few foods that are high in Vitamin C.

Answer 6

There seems to be a situation suggesting you are having difficulty assimilating proteins..(amino acids)..most iron would be found in combination with this type of food stuff. You may want to consider eating some papaya with your meals or go the extra mile and get some amino acid supplements.. Also make sure you are getting sufficient iodine in your dietary. Papaya also comes in the pill form.. is called papaine.. a dietary enzyme.

Answer 7

Iron pills. Also, there are some breakfast cereals that are very high in iron. Oatmeal is good too.

Answer 8

You can try eating more green vegetables, especially spinach. Iron supplements are also useful, and available over the counter (Keep in mind they can turn your stools very dark, often almost black, so don't be shocked).

Answer 9

Good sources of dietary iron include meat, fish, poultry, lentils, beans, leaf vegetables, tofu, chickpeas, black-eyed peas, strawberries and farina.

Answer 10

I'm not even sure. my doctor tells me the same thing and I'm vegetarian.

i just take b12, a teen multivitamin, and those juice plus things.

I think you can take an iron supplement, but you have to be care full because you can take too much etc etc.

maybe this helped?