When a person's hemoglobin level decreases, he experiences fatigue, constant fatigue, migraines, and periodic dizziness. According to statistics, 1/5 of the world's population has reduced hemoglobin. Basically, the disease affects women suffering from anemia during vitamin deficiency, breastfeeding, menstrual periods or pregnancy. Hemoglobin is a protein that contains iron and is what gives our blood its red tint. To increase the level of this substance, it is necessary to consume foods that increase hemoglobin. Let's figure out together what these products are.
Symptoms of reduced hemoglobin in the blood
By the symptoms, you can understand that something is wrong. If you have symptoms that confirm a decrease, take a blood test and consult a doctor.
- Headaches, dizziness.
- Pale skin.
- Weakness, lethargy.
- Decreased appetite.
- In severe cases, fainting.
- Drowsiness, constant fatigue.
- Muscle pain.
- Noise in ears.
- Frequent viral diseases.
- Cold extremities (arms and legs).
- Taste disturbance, desire to eat chalk.
If you have at least one of these signs, then this is a reason to take a blood test and check your hemoglobin level in the blood.
It’s very easy to do this here, we have paid laboratories and the result is ready within 24 hours. I think there are such laboratories in every city.
I don’t know about anyone, but for me it’s easier to get tested. Still, you don’t sit in line and then wait several days for the result.
In our free clinic they can also shout at you and throw a card at you. Although I always communicate politely with everyone. But these are already nuances.
Now let's figure out what the norm of hemoglobin in the blood should be.
Normal hemoglobin level in blood
It is very important to monitor the level of hemoglobin in the blood. Since the general condition of the body depends on this.
You can donate blood once a year, or several times a year if necessary.
Hemoglobin in blood tests has the following designation: HBG - hemoglobin.
So, what is the norm of hemoglobin in the blood for men, women, pregnant and lactating women.
- For men - 130-140 g/l.
- For women - 120-130 g/l
- For pregnant and nursing mothers - 120-140 g/l.
See the table for the normal level of hemoglobin in a child’s blood.
If hemoglobin in the blood decreases, then there must be reasons for this. Let's look at the possible causes of low hemoglobin in the blood.
Causes of low hemoglobin in the blood
There are many reasons that lead to a decrease in hemoglobin in the blood.
- You may not get enough iron from your diet, so you need to pay attention to foods that contain iron.
- Hemoglobin may decrease with heavy periods, here you will need the help of a gynecologist.
- Low hemoglobin can be caused by surgery, childbirth, abortion, or large blood loss.
- Hemorrhoidal bleeding. With such bleeding, you urgently need to contact a proctologist and resolve these issues with your doctor.
- Uterine bleeding. You also cannot do without the help of a gynecologist.
- Hemoglobin may be reduced due to dietary restrictions and various diets.
- With a deficiency of vitamin B12, which we need for the formation of hemoglobin.
- Serious blood diseases can lead to reduced hemoglobin in the blood. All these issues are dealt with by a hematologist.
- The process of iron absorption in the intestines may also be disrupted.
If hemoglobin in the blood is reduced, then other organs begin to suffer. This is the brain, the nervous system, our immune system.
All human organs and tissues suffer from a lack of oxygen in the blood, because the main function of hemoglobin in the blood is to supply all organs and tissues with oxygen.
In our circulatory system, iron combines with oxygen and is delivered to all organs and tissues. With reduced hemoglobin, our cells are not sufficiently supplied with oxygen.
For the formation of hemoglobin in the blood, in addition to iron and vitamin B12, our body must receive other vitamins, as well as macro and micro elements.
With gastritis, for example, or dysbiosis, there may be poor absorption of vitamins and iron in the intestines, which leads to anemia. But all this is not scary, all this can be treated.
Factors that lower hemoglobin levels:
- small amount of iron obtained from food;
- hormonal disbalance;
- numerous diets, lack of nutrients;
- pregnancy;
- early type toxicosis;
- period of breastfeeding;
- bleeding after childbirth;
- bad habits (cigarettes, alcoholic drinks);
- regular stress;
- severe physical stress.
What should you avoid?
Almost all “non-red” berries lower hemoglobin. The strongest reducing effect is provided by:
- Sea buckthorn. Although it is an extremely healthy berry, it should not be consumed if you have low hemoglobin.
- Blueberry. It is very useful for vision, but it slightly reduces hemoglobin. If possible, it should be excluded from the diet if signs of anemia are present.
- Mulberry. This should include only white and blue mulberries, which contain a large amount of complex carbohydrates. But with increased hemoglobin, these berries are the most useful for thinning the blood. Mulberry is also “dangerous” because it contains many hard seeds right on its surface, which irritate the gastric mucosa. And increased acidity can slow down the process of normal absorption of iron. In general, this berry is conditionally the most “dangerous” for the cardiovascular system.
- Elder. Although it is rich in antioxidants that prevent the oxidation of red blood cells, it lowers hemoglobin. But for the immune system it is one of the most useful berries. If you are going to eat it, it is recommended to prepare various kinds of jams and preserves.
It is worth considering that many of the above berries are strong allergens. Therefore, children should be given them in very limited quantities, and it is better to make do with compotes and jelly based on various fruits. It will be much more useful.
How to increase hemoglobin in the blood quickly
I won’t advise you on medications today; doctors should do this, judging by the test results.
The article is designed to help you use folk methods, food, and bring hemoglobin back to normal in a short time. If all else fails, be sure to consult a doctor.
If the hemoglobin level is below 60 g/l, then a blood transfusion is prescribed as a therapeutic measure. And be sure to take vitamin supplements.
All this allows you to increase your performance in the shortest possible time. At the same time, the person returns to excellent health.
I will tell you what folk remedies and products I managed to quickly increase the level of hemoglobin in the blood.
With a reduced level of hemoglobin in the blood, you need to include iron-rich foods in your diet.
The doctor, when I was in the hospital and my hemoglobin in my blood was low, advised me to eat meat.
There is no best way to increase hemoglobin, that’s what she explained to me. In the article I share my experience, what I tested on myself, what I tried and what helped me.
Meat with reduced hemoglobin in the blood
But, only meat should be eaten in the form of a kebab or in the form of a chop. Moreover, it can be lean pork or beef.
That is, the meat, so to speak, should not undergo long-term heat treatment, since long-term heat treatment destroys the iron in the meat.
Goulash or cutlets are not suitable here; after all, these dishes have undergone long-term heat treatment.
And since meat is the main source of iron, the lion’s share of iron is absorbed from meat, so to speak - about 30%.
Beef liver is a source of iron
Beef liver increases hemoglobin well. In the fall, when my hemoglobin in my blood was low, my husband bought me a piece of beef liver at the market.
Since I couldn’t go outside without coffee, I was dizzy, I’ll drink a cup of coffee, then I’ll go out.
In general, I boiled the liver and made myself a dietary pate. Boiled onions and carrots. I crushed everything using a blender and added salt to taste.
I spread this pate on bread. The pate is very tasty, try it. Just take sweet and red carrots.
Boiled tongue
Boiled tongue, eat at least 50 grams per day.
My husband and I went to the forest for barbecue. We barbecued and walked in the fresh air. After all, with reduced hemoglobin, it is recommended to spend more time in the air.
Mixture of dried fruits and honey
Prepare yourself a mixture to increase hemoglobin and immunity. This mixture consists of walnuts, dried fruits, honey and lemon.
I take two hundred grams of raisins, dried apricots, prunes, walnuts, honey, one lemon along with zest.
Pass everything into a meat grinder and add honey, take a tablespoon three times a day before meals.
A detailed recipe for preparing a nutritious mixture can be found in my article “Apricots for the heart. Nutrient mixture."
Include citrus fruits in your diet, because the vitamin C they contain helps our body absorb iron.
Pomegranate juice and fruits containing vitamin C
Fruits containing vitamin C: lemon, pomegranate, orange, kiwi, strawberry, grapefruit. You can also drink freshly squeezed juices to quickly increase hemoglobin in the blood.
Drink pomegranate, carrot, cranberry, and beet juice. You can drink a mixture of carrot and beet juice.
Pomegranate juice helps a lot. Just don’t take it in bags, look for natural juice. At our market, right in front of customers, they press pomegranate juice into bottles made from fresh fruit.
Eat half a grapefruit, one orange, and a quarter of a pomegranate a day. They sell such beautiful pomegranates at our market and give you the seeds to try.
Pomegranates, carrots and beets
With low hemoglobin, I ate pomegranates every day, ate a quarter of a pomegranate a day, and drank pomegranate juice. For vegetables, eat beets and carrots.
After all, our body absorbs about 5% of iron from vegetables and fruits.
Berries are useful for anemia
Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, black currants, wild strawberries.
Eat persimmons, feijoas, plums.
Of course, I eat berries when they are in season, but I always have some frozen berries in the freezer.
I eat oatmeal for breakfast; I add frozen berries or finely chopped walnuts and dried fruits to the porridge.
Buckwheat is a source of iron
Eat buckwheat, it is a good source of iron. Eat salads made from fresh vegetables, add more dill and parsley to salads.
Of course, I eat salads when they are in season. I don’t buy imported tomatoes and cucumbers. Although you can buy any vegetables and fruits here at any time of the year. But we all understand how they are grown.
Seafood
If you have low hemoglobin, eat red fish, red caviar, egg yolk, and seafood. My daughter loves all of these products. From these products, our body absorbs about 11% of iron.
Hemoglobin can indeed be increased in the blood quickly, unless of course there are serious health problems or serious blood diseases.
Rosehip infusion
Prepare yourself a healthy, tasty and vitamin infusion from rose hips. Which will help increase hemoglobin.
1. I prepare the infusion very simply.
2. I pour half a liter of boiling water over a handful of rose hips.
3. I leave it in a thermos for one night.
4. In the morning, I strain and add natural honey to taste.
5. This drink is useful for both children and adults.
6. You need to drink this infusion half a glass several times a day before meals.
It is not recommended to drink coffee and strong tea if you are anemic. Since coffee and tea contain substances that wash iron and calcium out of our body.
At least while treating anemia, avoid strong coffee and tea.
What foods can raise a child's hemoglobin?
To increase hemoglobin in the child’s blood, you can eat the same foods. Pay attention to:
- Meat
- Buckwheat
- Nuts
- Vegetables, fruits, dried fruits
- Liver
- Fresh berries and fruits, juices
Natural components, due to the content of plant elements, can increase or decrease the results of a blood test.
Nettle infusion helps with low hemoglobin
Required
- nettle leaves - 2 tablespoons;
- drinking water – 400ml.
How to cook
- Bring water to a boil in a ladle.
- Add nettles and cover with a lid.
- Turn off the power of the stove.
- Leave for 24 hours at room temperature.
- Strain the liquid through cheesecloth.
To increase hemoglobin, drink 100 ml. infusion during meals, three times a day.
How to raise hemoglobin before donating blood
If you are planning to donate blood and need to increase your hemoglobin, there are some ways. Intramuscular or intravenous injection can improve hemoglobin in a short time. Iron or folic acid supplements are suitable for this. Immediately after the injection, the hemoglobin level reaches its normal level.
You can do without pills. In order to normalize the level of hemoglobin in the blood, you can drink half a glass of beet, carrot or apple juice on an empty stomach in the morning and throughout the day.
Many doctors know the recipe, but for some reason they keep it silent. The prepared drink does not require additional ingredients.
The juice itself from beets, carrots and apples is sweet and suitable even for small children. Doctors often recommend this drink to pregnant women, but it is suitable for everyone else.
As you can see, it is possible to increase the level of hemoglobin in the blood. There are pills and traditional methods of treatment for this.
The amount of time spent on recovery depends on the method you choose. Don’t forget about your mental state, since constant stress and fatigue have a detrimental effect on the general condition of the whole body and can lead to anemia.
We all live in big cities and every year we move away from nature. Our body suffers from a lack of oxygen and vitamins. Fruits and vegetables will help replenish your supply.
For fresh air, go to the park areas of your city or to the village to visit your grandmother. Spend less time in front of the computer or TV and go outside more.
Of course, you can quickly increase hemoglobin in the blood, if there are no serious health problems, remember this.
But, it is best to consult a doctor for help.
And after consulting with a doctor, take everything. Do not self-diagnose or self-medicate.
You can take iron supplements only after consulting your doctor.
Plants are healers
Traditional healers suggest drinking nettle infusion. It is noted that this plant affects the formation of red blood cells, which is why the blood becomes much thicker.
Recipe : pour 1 tbsp into a thermos. spoon of dry raw materials, pour 0.5 liters of hot water (no more than 60 ° C), let it brew for 12 hours. Drink like tea.
Healers advise taking a bath with nettles, but you need to take twice as much raw material. It turns out that the element we need is better absorbed through the skin than through the intestines. Take a bath once every 2-3 days.
No less useful is a collection of dry leaves of dandelion, nettle and yarrow. Take 2 tbsp. spoons of each plant, mix. Then, 2 tbsp. pour 1 liter of raw materials. hot water, let it brew for 12 hours. Drink 50 ml 4 times a day.
