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Iron Deficient Anemia Prevention
Prevention of iron deficient anemia includes:
  • Do not give cow's milk to an infant:
  • Provide infants cereal that is fortified with iron.
    • Cow's milk does not contain enough iron.
  • Take prenatal vitamins if you are pregnant:
    • As directed by your doctor
  • Take iron supplements if you are a vegetarian.
  • Take a vitamin B supplement twice a week.
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Last Updated: May 27, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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