Emma Miller
The blood protein hemoglobin performs a very important function – it carries oxygen molecules to organs and tissues and “transports” carbon dioxide to the lungs. That is why it is extremely important to maintain a normal level of protein in the blood. Glavred figured out how to quickly increase hemoglobin.
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Low hemoglobin level – symptoms
With an insufficient amount of hemoglobin, the body will not receive enough oxygen. The following signs may indicate a lack of valuable protein:
- Weakness – not enough energy for even the simplest activities.
- Fatigue – you may feel exhausted by the end of the day.
- The pallor of the skin and gums.
- Frequent dizziness.
- Weakening of memory and concentration.
- Shortness of breath and heart palpitations.
If you have such symptoms, it is important to visit your family doctor. The therapist will prescribe treatment based on the results of a blood test. Anemia can be a dangerous warning sign of cardiovascular diseases, hypothyroidism, chronic kidney disease, and liver cirrhosis. In some cases, anemia may indicate internal bleeding.
How to increase hemoglobin
If there is no serious health hazard and the hemoglobin level is not critically low, hemoglobin can be raised simply by adjusting the diet. In case of iron deficiency anemia, you need to lean on foods rich in iron. This element is present in both animal and plant foods. It should be noted that iron will be absorbed better from meat and offal.
Foods that increase hemoglobin:
- Red meat – veal, beef, lamb, beef tongue;
- Offal – liver, kidneys, heart, beef udder;
- Chicken eggs;
- Fish – salmon, carp, pike;
- Legumes – lentils and beans;
- Seafood – shrimp, squid, scallops;
- Nuts and dried fruits;
- Broccoli, spinach, cabbage, and other leafy vegetables.
An important component in the production of hemoglobin is folic acid – vitamin B12. It can be found in asparagus, peas, lentils, chicken eggs, and spinach.
Vitamins A and C will help hemoglobin to be better absorbed. Citrus fruits, pomegranates, black currants, rose hips, bell peppers, and Brussels sprouts are a source of valuable vitamin C. Look for vitamin A in beef liver, pumpkin, and cod liver.
Sour-milk products such as cottage cheese, yogurt, and kefir, as well as soybeans and figs, can impair iron absorption. Do not consume these foods at the same time as those that help increase hemoglobin levels.
The daily iron requirement for men is 15 mg and for women 18-25 mg. During pregnancy, this rate increases to 25-27 mg. For the elderly, the norm is 8 mg.
How to increase hemoglobin with folk remedies
Remedies from the folk first aid kit will help to increase blood protein and increase the amount of oxygen in the body.
- An infusion of St. John’s wort, chamomile flowers, nettle, and blackberry leaves will cope with mild anemia. You need to mix the herbs in equal proportions, pour boiling water, and leave for 2-3 hours. Drink half a glass of broth 2-3 times a day.
- Rosehip infusion with honey. It will help improve health and improve hemoglobin absorption.
- Juice from carrots, beets, and apples. Squeeze the juice of one carrot, apple, and half a beet and drink it immediately. Half a glass of juice three times a day will help to normalize blood protein levels.
