Whats the treatment for anemia?
It depends on the cause of the anemia. For example, treatment for sickle cell anemia is different than treatment for a diet low in iron or folic acid. Talk to your HCP about the best treatment for the cause of your anemia. How do I prevent anemia? Take these steps to help prevent some types of anemia: • Eat foods high in iron: • red meat • fish • chicken • liver • eggs • dried fruits, like apricots, prunes, and raisins • lentils and beans • green, leafy vegetables, like spinach and broccoli o tofu o cereal with iron in it (iron-fortified) • For more sources of iron, visit www.cc.nih.gov • Eat/drink foods that help your body absorb iron, like orange juice, strawberries, broccoli, or other fruits and vegetables with vitamin C. • Don’t drink coffee or tea with meals. These drinks make it harder for your body to absorb iron. • Calcium can hurt your absorption of iron. If you have a hard time getting enough iron, talk to your health care provider about the best way to get enough calcium too
