A member asked:

My hemoglobin is 8.5. i am 20 years old. i am anemic n i have pica disorder. what diet should i start taking? i don't want to take medicines.

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Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Iron: You should go to see your doctor and have some evaluation to find the etiology of your anemia. Although it is likely due to iron deficiency- with the pica, your monthly menses etc- however, it would be best to really find and document the cause of this anemia and treat the anemia based on the problem accordingly. If you do have iron deficiency -you can see more info at- www.Ironrichfood.Org.

Answered 5/19/2013

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