With iron deficiency, the goal is consistent daily intake from heme sources (meat/fish) or well-planned plant sources (legumes, seeds, leafy greens). A practical framework: include 1–2 iron sources daily, pair with vitamin C, and separate tea/coffee from meals. Examples: lentils + lemon salad, tahini + orange, red meat + vitamin C–rich vegetables. If deficiency keeps recurring, evaluate blood loss, absorption issues, or other medical causes.