Iron-deficency anemia? Good supplement suggestions?

Cook everything with extra virgin olive oil in cast iron. I can't highlight how wonderful cast iron is enough. Don't take supplements, cook with cast iron. Broccoli and dark green veggies, kale spinach and the like.

originally posted by: VegHead
So many great suggestions! Sorry I can't respond to each post individually right now, but really appreciate everyone's time and thoughtful replies. Lot of great things for me to look into!

Thanks, ATS!

Okay so I remember red wine is also high in iron. But apparently it can block absorption of dietary iron so you'd want to avoid it. What an evil little paradox!

a reply to: VegHead

The first thing that came to my mind was, eat a good steak! I know, not something you want to do, but if there isn't a bleeding problem - hope there isn't!! - and supplements aren't helping, you might not have a choice. Taking a stronger supplement night help, and might not.

I have always had lower than usual iron, and I do eat meat, so I take a supplement, too. No medical reason, either. it's just low. Being a night person, and rather pale you can imagine the jokes!