Anaemia may be defined as a condition in which there is a
decrease in the quantity of hemoglobin or in the number of red
cells. Anaemia is among the most common ailments affecting human
beings.
Nearly half the blood flowing in our veins and arteries consists of
red blood cells which carry oxygen to the tissues. Approximately
one trillion or 100 million new blood cells are formed daily in the
bone marrow. The raw materials required in the production of
these cells are iron, proteins, and vitamins, especially folic acid
and B12. Of these, iron and proteins are essential in building up
the red colorings matter called hemoglobin. A red cell has a
lifespan of approximately one hundred and twenty days and is then
destroyed and replaced. Each person should have about 15 gm of
hemoglobin per 100 ml of blood, and a blood count of
approximately five million red cells per millimeter of blood.
The patient usually complains of weakness, fatigue, lack of energy,
and dizziness. Other symptoms include a haggard look, premature
wrinkles, dull and tired looking eyes, poor memory, shortness of
breath on exertion, headache, slow healing of wounds, and
palpitations. The skin and mucous membranes look pale.
A diminished formation of red blood cells in the bone marrow,
either due to defects in the bone marrow, or due to an
inadequate intake of iron, vitamins, and proteins, is one of the
main causes of anaemia. Other important causes are heavy loss of
blood due to injury, bleeding piles, or excessive menstruation in
women. Anaemia can also occur due to a lack of hydrochloric acid
in the stomach, which is needed for digestion of iron and proteins,
or Intestinal parasites or worms. Hookworms, pin worms, round
worms and tape worms feed on the supply of blood as well as on
the vitamins.
Bee Pollen Home Remedy
for Anemia
Bee pollen is a biological
stimulant that increases the
red blood cells in bone
marrow. You should take 1
teaspoon of bee pollen daily
to treat anemia.
Anaemia Treatment with
Vitamin B12:
Vitamin B12 is needed for
preventing or curing
anaemia. This vitamin is
usually found in animal
protein, especially in meats
such as kidney and liver.
There are, however, other
equally good sources of
vitamin B12 such as dairy
products which also contain
some B12
Anemia Home Remedy
Using Vinegar and Molasses
Mix 2 teaspoons each of
apple cider vinegar and
blackstrap molasses with
water or tea to strengthen
the blood.
Blood Builder with Brandy
Add 2 tablespoons of ground orange peel, 1/2 teaspoon of ground
ginger, and 2 tablespoons of chamomile to 2 cups of boiling water.
Steep until cool. Strain, and add to 1 cup of brandy. Dosage is 1/2
cup in the morning and again in the evening.
Anaemia Treatment with
Beets
Beets are very helpful in
curing anaemia. Beet juice
contains potassium,
phosphorus, calcium,
sulphur, iodine, iron,
copper, carbohydrates,
protein, fat, vitamins B1,
B2, B6, niacin, and vitamin
P. With their high iron
content, beets help in the
formation of red blood
cells. The juice of red heel
strengthens the body's
powers of resistance and
has proved to be an
excellent remedy for
anaemia, especially for
children and teenagers,
where oilier blood-fanning
remedies have failed.
Anaemia Treatment with Fenugreek
The leaves of fenugreek help in blood formation. The cooked leaves
should be taken by adolescent girls to prevent anaemia, which may
occur due to the onset of puberty and menstruation. The seeds of
fenugreek are also a valuable cure for anaemia, being rich in iron.
Blood Builder with Comfrey
Put 1 teaspoon each of dried comfrey, fenugreek seed, and
dandelion in 2 cups of boiling water. Steep 10 minutes. Strain and
add honey as sweetener. Drink after meals.
Anaemia Treatment with Beets
Beets are very helpful in curing anaemia. Beet juice contains
potassium, phosphorus, calcium, sulphur, iodine, iron, copper,
carbohydrates, protein, fat, vitamins B1, B2, B6, niacin, and vitamin
P. With their high iron content, beets help in the formation of red
blood cells. The juice of red heel strengthens the body's powers of
resistance and has proved to be an excellent remedy for anaemia,
especially for children and teenagers, where oilier blood-fanning
remedies have failed.
Anaemia Treatment with
Lettuce
Lettuce is another effective
remedy for this ailment as it
contains a considerable
amount of iron. It can,
therefore, be used as a
good tonic food for
anaemia. The iron in it is
easily absorbed by the body.
Spinach: This leafy
vegetable is a valuable
source of high grade iron.
After its absorption, it helps
in the formation of
hemoglobin and red blood
cells. It is thus beneficial in
building up the blood, and
in the prevention and
treatment of anaemia.
Anaemia Treatment with Almonds:
Almonds contain copper to the extent of 1.15 mg per 100 gm. The
copper along with iron and vitamins, acts as a catalyst in the
synthesis of hemoglobin. Almonds are, therefore, a useful remedy
for anaemia. Seven almonds should be soaked in water for about
two hours and ground into a paste after removing the thin red skin.
This paste may be eaten once daily in the morning for three months,
Anaemia Treatment with Sesame Seeds:
Black sesame seeds, as a rich source of iron, are valuable in
anaemia. After soaking one teaspoon of the seeds in warm water for
a couple of hours, they should be ground and strained, and then
mixed with a cup of milk and sweetened with jaggery or sugar. This
emulsion should be given to patients suffering from anaemia.
Anaemia Treatment with Honey:
Honey is remarkable for building hemoglobin in the body. This is
largely due to the iron, copper, and manganese contained in it.
Other Foods:
There are several other foods which are rich sources of iron and
can be used beneficially in the treatment of anaemia. The more
important of these are bananas, black grapes, plums, strawberries,
raisins, onions, squash, carrots, radish, celery, and tomatoes.
