Taking vitamin C alongside iron-rich foods or supplements to significantly enhance non-haem iron absorption.

Nettle leaf tea as a traditional herbal source of iron and other nutrients for mild iron deficiency.

B12 supplementation or injections for B12 deficiency anaemia (pernicious anaemia or dietary deficiency in vegans).

Blackstrap molasses as a food source of iron, B vitamins and minerals for mild iron deficiency.

Oral iron supplements (ferrous sulphate, ferrous gluconate) to correct iron deficiency anaemia - the most common type worldwide.

Folate supplementation for folate deficiency anaemia, often associated with poor diet, pregnancy or alcohol use.

Identifying and treating the underlying cause of anaemia including GI bleeding, heavy periods, celiac disease or dietary deficiency.

Increasing dietary iron intake through haem iron (red meat, liver) and non-haem iron (legumes, dark leafy greens, fortified cereals).

Avoiding substances that inhibit iron absorption when taking iron supplements or eating iron-rich meals.

Intravenous iron infusion for severe iron deficiency anaemia or when oral iron is poorly tolerated or ineffective.