Fruits rich in vitamin C help improve the body's absorption of iron, which ultimately increases hemoglobin levels.
Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that contains iron. Its main role is to bind oxygen from the lungs and then release it to the tissues. Anemia is a common blood disorder associated with low hemoglobin production.
Iron, which is part of hemoglobin, helps bind oxygen to the hemoglobin molecule. Hemoglobin then carries carbon dioxide (produced as a by-product of respiration) to the lungs for exhalation. When hemoglobin is low, the body does not receive enough oxygen, which affects the general state of health, cardiologist Anna Panova told the MedikForum portal about this.
According to the doctor, in some cases, anemia can be cured with proper nutrition – provided it is diagnosed early.
“Anemia is caused by a lack of iron, and its absorption is enhanced by ascorbic acid, the well-known vitamin C. Adding to the diet foods rich in vitamin C helps to better absorb iron and, ultimately, allows you to increase hemoglobin levels, ”the expert noted.
With that said, some ascorbic acid-rich fruits increase hemoglobin production in the body.
Pomegranate. This is one of the best fruits for blood, as it is rich in iron, vitamins A, C and E. Ascorbic acid in pomegranate makes iron absorption more efficient.
Banana. Contains iron, folic acid, vitamin B, which is necessary for the production of red blood cells.
Apple.A good source of iron and many other nutrients needed for hemoglobin production. It is recommended to eat one or two peeled apples a day.
Plums. They also contain vitamin C and iron, which is important for increasing hemoglobin levels, as well as magnesium, which helps control transportation of oxygen in the body.
Orange. Iron cannot be fully absorbed by the body without the help of vitamin C. Oranges are rich in this vitamin.
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Peach. It also combines iron and vitamin C, which in addition to absorbing iron also prevents the proliferation of problematic red blood cells.
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