doc said I am iron deficient. what are some foods I can eat that are high in iron? what did this come from? I have been lightheaded, nauseous, and very sleepy. Is this from the lack of iron?
Those are all side effects of an iron deficiency, I was myself a while ago. Red meat and leafy greens, spinach etc contain heaps of natural iron, however there are plenty of supplement mineral tablets available that wouldn't hurt at least until your diet improves. Your body needs Vitamin C Ascorbic acid to absorb the iron, so plenty of vitamin C is also good, your body does not retain vitamin C, so you need to take it naturally or from a supplement every day
Some people are just naturally iron deficient. If you drink alcoholic beverages lay off for a while they effect the way your liver proccesses stuff. Also, and I know this sound kinda gross, but, eat Braunswieger. It's so high in iron you would never have to take iron pills. Brocolli too. Those are the highest. But, raisins and chocolate both contain iron but not enough to supply you with the daily needs plus extra for your deficiency. All those symptoms are common for anemia.
Some of it might be. You can buy iron supplements in just about any grocery or drug store. Red meat, raisins and some nuts are high in iron. Also, watch your caffeine intake. Caffeine destroys both iron and calcium in the blood. I found that out the hard way when I tried to donate blood.
