Fish
Legumes (peas and beans)
Meats (liver is the highest source)
Poultry
Raisins
Whole-grain bread
Iron supplements (ferrous sulfate) are available. For the best iron absorption, take these supplements with an empty stomach. However, many people cannot tolerate this and may need to take the supplements with food.
Vitamin C can increase absorption and is essential in the production of hemoglobin.
Milk and antacids may interfere with the absorption of iron and should not be taken at the same time as iron supplements.