How to treat anemia with herbs

 

Anemia

Anemia has many types, but the most common is anemia caused by a lack of iron in the body. Red blood cells contain an iron-filled protein called hemoglobin. Hemoglobin carries oxygen-rich blood to the cells of the body.and therefore anemia and folic acid and vitamin B12 deficiency can affect the body's ability to form red blood cells.

Natural treatments for anemia

Herbs used to treat anemia

• It is important to know that the use of herbs can cause side effects or stimulate the appearance of these effects, and can interfere with the work of some types, therefore; It is important to pay attention to its use only under medical supervision, and it is worth noting that the use of herbs in the treatment of diseases or to strengthen the body takes a long time to show results, and among the herbs that can be used to treat and control anemia are as follows:
• Spirulina.  Spirulina is a type of blue-green algae that is used to treat some types of anemia. However, the patient should be careful when taking it and consult the treating physician if taking immunosuppressive drugs.
• alfalfa; Alfalfa is a traditional remedy used to strengthen and purify the blood. It can increase blood strength and restore hemoglobin to normal level in cases of mild anemia; However, it can interfere with some medications and treatments, such as blood thinners.  Like warfarin, lithium and digoxin, and it is used by putting its roots in water over low heat for twenty minutes, or by putting its leaves for five minutes, and it can also be combined with some other herbs used in treatment.  Anemia, such as: dandelion, burdock, or yellow sorrel.
• Dandelion: Dandelion herb is used in some cases of anemia, and it is used in the same manner and with the same precautions as alfalfa herb.
• burdock; The roots or leaves of burdock herb can be used in the same way and with the same precautions as alfalfa is used to treat anemia.
• Yellow acid: Yellow acid is also used to treat anemic states according to the alfalfa directions for use.
• Yellow Kushad: Yellow Kushad is used to treat anemic conditions. by facilitating and stimulating the absorption of iron and other nutrients from the digestive tract; But care must be taken not to use this herb in cases where medications are taken to lower blood pressure; This is because the yellow kashad herb can cause a sudden drop in pressure, and it is worth noting that Chinese herbalists do not use this herb for chronic pain or frequent urination.
• nettle  Nettle herb contains many substances that contribute to the treatment of anemia, such as: iron, vitamin C that helps the body absorb iron, and chlorophyll that helps treat cases of iron deficiency anemia.

Plants and foods used to treat anemia

Although there is no specific type of food to treat anemia; However, a healthy diet full of certain types of foods helps control and fight anemia, and the exact treatment depends on the type of anemia and its causes; However, some foods contain various types of foods that are capable of supporting and increasing the number of red blood cells in all cases, and these types include the following: Beetroot is considered one of the best natural remedies for anemia; It increases blood in the body and cleanses the body by providing it with oxygen. Leafy vegetables: Green leafy vegetables, especially dark green ones, are an important source of nonheme iron, and some types contain folic acid. Examples of leafy vegetables include: spinach, cabbage, Swiss chard, and others. ; However, they contain oxalate, which can inhibit iron absorption, therefore; Leafy green vegetables alone cannot be relied upon to treat anemia, but should be introduced as part of the diet. Cereals, examples of grains that contain iron: kidney beans, chickpeas, soybeans, kidney beans, black beans, kidney beans and others. Nuts and seeds, as many nuts and seeds contain iron, but are best eaten raw, including: pumpkin seeds, cashews, pistachios, hemp seeds, pine nuts, sunflower seeds, as well as almonds. However, it contains large amounts of calcium, therefore; Eating it may not significantly increase iron levels in the body. Molasses is a byproduct of the sugar refining process, although it does not contain large amounts of important nutrients that help replenish the body's natural nutrients; Which increases the production of red blood cells, for example: iron, manganese and others. 

Symptoms of anemia

• The symptoms of anemia may seem minor and go unnoticed at first. However, symptoms worsen with increasing severity of anemia, and symptoms vary depending on the cause that led to the anemia, but generally include the following:
• Feeling of tiredness, general weakness, yellowing and paleness of the skin.
• Arrhythmia.
• Difficulty breathing .
•      Feeling dizzy and dizzy.
•      chest pain.
• Cold in hands and feet.
• feeling a headache