Here are some great foods high in iron that you may take in addition to iron supplements or by themselves. 

If you are anemic, these can really help your iron levels:

1. Dried fruit (prunes, raisins)
2. Iron-enriched cereals and grains (check the labels)
3. Beans, lentils, chick peas and soybean
4. Artichokes
5. Apricots
6. Pork Liver
7. Oysters, clams, scallops
8. Chicken giblets
9. Mussels
10. Beef and Beef Liver
11. Shrimp
12. Sardines
13. Turkey
14. Egg yolks
15. Dark, leafy greens (spinach, collards)

* Note: If you are pregnant please do not eat liver, it may have too much vitamin A which could harm the fetus. 

Big Tip:  Vitamin C, helps your body better absorb iron enriched foods so it is recommended to either eat foods with Vitamin C or take a supplement! 

Dr. Amie Gregory, DC, CCEP, ANF is a well rounded holistic chiropractor at Precise Moves Chiropractic in San Carlos, California and San Francisco office in the mission district.  If you are looking for ways to stay healthy she can help.