beet juice and anemia

What is anemia?

Anemia is a condition in which you lack healthy red blood cells to carry enough oxygen to the tissues in your body. Anemia can make you feel tired and weak. There are many forms of anemia, each with its own cause. Anemia can be temporary or long term, and it can range from mild to severe. See your doctor if you think you have anemia. It can be a warning sign of a serious illness. You may be able to prevent some types of anemia by eating a healthy and varied diet.

To combat anemia, which in most cases occurs due to lack of iron in the blood, it is recommended to include iron-rich foods in the diet, which are usually dark in color such as beets, plums, black beans. And even chocolate.

However, nowadays natural treatment is definitely better for curing anemia permanently.

Here are some natural remedies that are known to be effective in treating anemia.

Natural herbal treatment

Here is the best natural remedy in the world to cure anemia. It helps the body to maximize the absorption of iron. It is therefore very important to prevent and overcome anemia. It is natural anti-anemic thanks to the contribution of vitamins and minerals involved in the absorption of iron and the synthesis of hemoglobin by the body providing an optimal number of hematomas for the transport of oxygen to the tissues and cells.

Due to the composition, herbal tea has strong antioxidant properties, protecting the body against oxidative stress and degenerative processes. It also supports the process of digestion and detoxification, maintaining the normal functioning of the body, increasing health, vitality, and longevity. To discover our natural remedy for anemia, click on the image below. 

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• Pineapple juice

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Pineapple juice with parsley is excellent for fighting anemia because parsley contains iron and pineapple contains vitamin C which increases iron absorption in the intestines.

Ingredients

2 slices of pineapple;
1 glass of water;
A few leaves of parsley.
Method of preparation

Mix the ingredients and drink immediately after preparation. Pineapple can replace orange or apple.

• Orange, carrot and beet juice
  

Orange, carrot, and beetroot juice is great for fighting anemia because it is high in iron.

Ingredients

150 grams of raw or cooked beets (about 2 thick slices);
1 small raw carrot;
2 oranges with sufficient juice;
Honey to taste for sweetening.
Method of preparation

Place the beetroot and carrot in a food processor to maximize its juice. Add the pure orange juice and drink afterward, to maximize its medicinal properties.

If you don't have a food processor, you can liquefy the vegetables in the blender, without adding water, and then strain.

• Artemis tea

Artemis tea is an excellent home remedy for anemia because this herbal remedy contains vitamin C, which helps the body to better absorb and use iron.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon of dried Artemis leaves (Artemisia vulgaris L.)
1 liter of water
Method of preparation

Place the 2 ingredients in a saucepan and boil for 15 minutes. Cover and let stand 10 minutes. Filter and drink a cup of tea every time you consume foods rich in iron from plant sources, such as beans, red or white meat.

• Plum juice

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Plum juice is excellent for fighting anemia because it is rich in vitamin C and therefore increases the absorption of iron from foods of plant origin.

Ingredients

100 g of plum;
600 ml of water
Method of preparation

Add all the ingredients to the blender. If you wish, you can sweeten to taste and drink.

To fight anemia, foods containing iron should be consumed daily and depending on the severity of the anemia, the doctor may prescribe drugs such as ferrous sulfate.

• Sauteed chard with quinoa

This quinoa stir-fried chard provides a good amount of iron, making it a great choice for vegans or vegetarians.

Ingredients

1 package of chopped chard;
1 minced garlic;
Olive oil;
Salt to taste;
1 cup of cooked quinoa
Method of preparation

Place the Swiss chard, garlic and olive oil in a saucepan and stir until reduced. If necessary, you can add 2-3 tablespoons of water so that the stir-fry does not burn, when you are ready to add the quinoa and season to taste with salt and lemon.

• Wrap black beans and ground beef

A good meal for those who suffer from anemia is to prepare a wrap stuffed with ground beef, black beans and avocado, this dish is also known as a burrito.

Ingredients

1 wheat wrap or tortilla;
2 tablespoons of seasoned ground beef;
2 tablespoons of cooked black beans;
2 slices of avocado;
Fresh spinach leaves tempered with lemon.
Method of preparation

Simply place the ingredients inside the package, roll up, and then eat. The tortilla can heat up the oven a bit before making the burrito.

• White bean salad with tuna

This salad is a good source of iron and can be a great option for lunch or dinner, or to consume after training.

Ingredients

200 g of cooked white beans;
1 can of tuna;
1/2 chopped onion;
Chopped parsley leaves;
Olive oil;
1/2 lemon;
Salt to taste.
Method of preparation

Sauté the onion until golden and add the cooked beans. Then add the canned tuna, parsley and season with salt, olive oil and lemon to taste.

• Beetroot salad with carrots
  

This salad is delicious, being a great option to accompany main meals.

Ingredients

1 large carrot;
1/2 beet;
200 g of cooked chickpeas;
Salt and lemon to taste.
Method of preparation

Grate the carrot and beet (raw), add the cooked chickpeas. Season with salt and lemon to taste.

• Lentil burger
  

This lentil burger is high in iron, being a good option for lacto vegetarians as it does not contain meat, however, it is possible to remove the cheese from the preparation and it is suitable for strict vegans and vegetarians.

Ingredients (4 to 6 servings)

65 g of pastine;
200 g of cooked lentils;
4 tablespoons of breadcrumbs;
1 onion;
Parsley to taste;
40 g of grated Parmesan;
4 tablespoons of peanut butter;
1 tablespoon of yeast extract;
2 tablespoons of tomato extract;
4 tablespoons of hot water
Method of preparation

Cook the parsnip for 8 minutes and when ready, place in a bowl. Add the cooked lentils, breadcrumbs, onions, parsley and Parmesan. Mix well and set aside.

In another bowl, combine the peanut butter, tomato paste, yeast and add tablespoons of hot water. Mix until it forms a homogeneous paste. Add to the lentil mixture and mix well. Take a little and go form burgers. Spread the iron with a little coconut oil and cook them.

Symptoms

The signs and symptoms of anemia vary depending on the cause. If the anemia is caused by a chronic disease, the disease can mask them, so the anemia can be detected by testing for another condition.

Depending on the causes of your anemia, you may not have any symptoms. Signs and symptoms, if they occur, may include:

-Tired
-Weakness
-Pale or yellowish skin
-Irregular heartbeat
-Shortness of breath
-Dizziness or vertigo
-Chest pain
-Cold hands and feet
-Headache
At first, the anemia may be so mild that you don't notice it. But the symptoms get worse as the anemia worsens.

Causes of anemia

Different types of anemia have different causes. They include:

Iron deficiency. This most common type of anemia is caused by a shortage of iron in your body. Your bone marrow needs iron to make hemoglobin. Without adequate iron, your body cannot make enough hemoglobin for red blood cells.
Without iron supplementation, this type of anemia occurs in many pregnant women. It is also caused by loss of blood, such as heavy menstrual bleeding, ulcer, cancer, and the regular use of certain over-the-counter pain relievers, especially aspirin, which can cause inflammation of the lining of the stomach. stomach causing blood loss.

Vitamin deficiency anemia. In addition to iron, your body needs folic acid and vitamin B-12 to make enough healthy red blood cells. A diet low in these and other nutrients can lead to decreased production of red blood cells.
In addition, some people who consume enough B-12 are not able to absorb the vitamin. This can lead to vitamin deficiency anemia, also known as pernicious anemia.

Inflammation anemia. Certain illnesses - such as cancer, HIV / AIDS, rheumatoid arthritis, kidney disease, Crohn's disease, and other acute or chronic inflammatory diseases - can interfere with the production of red blood cells.
Aplastic anemia. This rare and fatal anemia occurs when your body does not make enough red blood cells. The causes of aplastic anemia include infections, certain medications, autoimmune diseases, and exposure to toxic chemicals.
Anemias associated with disease of the bone marrow. A variety of diseases, such as leukemia and myelofibrosis, can cause anemia by affecting the production of blood in your bone marrow. The effects of these types of cancer and cancer-related disorders vary from mild to life-threatening.
Hemolytic anemias. This group of anemias develops when red blood cells are broken down faster than the bone marrow can replace them. Some blood diseases increase the destruction of red blood cells. You can inherit hemolytic anemia or develop it later in life.
Sickle cell anemia. This inherited and the sometimes serious condition is hemolytic anemia. It is caused by a defective form of hemoglobin that causes red blood cells to take an abnormal crescent (sickle) shape. These san cells

Complications

If left untreated, anemia can cause many health problems, such as:

Intense fatigue. Severe anemia can make you so tired that you cannot complete daily tasks.
Complications of pregnancy. Pregnant women with folic acid deficiency anemia may be more likely to have complications, such as premature birth.
Heart problems. Anemia can cause a fast or irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia). When you are anemic, your heart has to pump more blood to make up for the lack of oxygen in the blood. This can lead to an enlarged heart or heart failure.
Death. Some hereditary anemias, such as sickle cell anemia, can lead to life-threatening complications. Losing a lot of blood quickly leads to acute and severe anemia and can be fatal.

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