Anemic? Here are 10 Iron-Rich Paleo Recipes!

I’ve always struggled with anemia, but have been really bad about regularly taking supplements. I recently had blood work done, and realized I need to be better about consciously taking care of my iron levels!

Anemia is a condition in which you don’t have enough healthy red blood cells to carry adequate oxygen to your tissues. Having anemia may make you feel tired and weak.

Anemia symptoms vary depending on the cause of your anemia but may include:

Fatigue
Weakness
Pale skin
A fast or irregular heartbeat
Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Dizziness
Cognitive problems
Cold hands and feet
Headache

Initially, anemia can be so mild it goes unnoticed. But symptoms increase as anemia worsens.

My anemia manifests itself in low Ferritin (stored iron), Transferrin (carries iron to the bone marrow) and MCH (amount of hemoglobin in red blood cells).

Even though I can take supplements, I prefer to meet as many of my nutritional needs by my diet, if possible. Iron-rich foods include dark green, leafy vegetables, red meat, and eggs. So, for all of you out there with low iron/anemia, here are ten iron-rich Paleo recipes for you! Take a look at the photos, then scroll down to click on the links to see the recipes!

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