How many of you are aware of the fact that anemia is a Greek word that means lack of blood? This medical condition occurs when a person has low concentration of hemoglobin in the blood. Irrespective of all types of anemia and factors that trigger this condition, a person who is anemic exhibits extreme levels of lethargy, fatigue, dyspepsia, malaise, and poor concentration. But is it necessary to take medications? Yes, it is essential because untreated anemia could prove to be life threatening. However, there are certain home remedies for anemia that could actually do wonders in nourishing back your health. Eager to know what those are? Read on. Home Remedies for Anemia Eat Plenty Of Iron Rich Food. Ive always said that eating foods in the right combination is a better way for the body to assimilate vitamins, and minerals. However, in some cases it may be worth trying additional tools and judge when you feel the best. Change your diet! Include foods such as dried fruits, bran flakes, oysters, and brown rice to your daily diet. Embrace green leafy vegetable, raisins, dates, prunes, lentils, molasses, and liver, when eaten in moderation can help you get enough Iron for the body. Cut down your coffee and tea intake. Excessive levels of caffeine hamper with the absorption of iron. Instead, go green! You can add a little honey to enrich the flavor and benefits. Take a cold bath! A refreshing bath in cold water can help treat anemia. Shocked? Studies suggest that a cold water bath helps the body reach an ideal temperature needed for the proper flow of blood to all parts of the body. A good massage improves the quality and quantity of blood pumped by your heart. The better the circulation levels are, the more agile and active you will be. Opt for an Ayurvedic massage for better results! Begin your day with a glass of warm lemon water with a dash of honey. Citrus fruits like oranges and lemon are rich Vitamin C which helps combat anemia. Herbal Living - Make medicinal herbs a part of your life. Burdock root, dandelion root, nettle, yellow dock root, alfalfa, spirulina, and gentian – these are a handful of herbs that help improve anemia. Hemoglobin is the part of your blood that carries oxygen to your tissues. Iron is an essential part of hemoglobin. INTRUCTIONS FOR TAKING IRON (FERROUS SULFATE) If you choose to take an iron supplement or your doctor has recommended one, the following instructions may be helpful. • Take with food. • Take with juices rich in vitamin C (orange juice, grapefruit, or tomato juice). Iron is more easily absorbed when taken with vitamin C. • Since iron can cause constipation, it is advisable that you drink plenty of fluids and eat raw fruits, vegetables, and whole grain products. Check with your doctor if constipation becomes a problem. • In addition to constipation, you may experience a mildly upset stomach and a darkening of your stool. If you experience severe side effects, please call your doctor. He/she may reduce the dosage of your iron supplement or advise a reduction in the number of times per day you take the pills.
Posted on: Tue, 06 Jan 2015 00:53:09 +0000
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