In anemia, a reduced iron content affects a decrease in the number of red blood cells and hemoglobin.
Iron contributes to the formation of hemoglobin, a substance that fills red blood cells (blood cells), through which they carry oxygen from the lungs to other organs. When, due to a lack of iron, the level of hemoglobin and red blood cells decreases, a person begins to complain of increased weakness, fatigue, and shortness of breath.
The main supplier of iron is food. In an interview with nutritionist Mikhail Ginzburg, a professional opinion was voiced about what the diet of people suffering from iron deficiency anemia should be like.
Doctor Ginzburg named the main disadvantages in the diet of Russians , liver, fish, poultry. There is a lot of iron in cereals, but it is believed that iron is absorbed worse from there, ”Ginsburg said, talking to FederalPress.
The specialist also noted that for the good absorption of iron, it is important for the body to get enough ascorbic acid, vitamin C. It can be obtained from fruits, vegetables, including pickled ones. Ginzburg clarified that the detailed diet for existing anemia should be compiled together with the attending physician, based on the results of the tests.
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Important! Information provided for reference purposes. Ask a specialist about contraindications and side effects and under no circumstances self-medicate. Seek medical attention at the first sign of illness.
Mikhail Ginzburg Healthy lifestyle Director of the Samara Research Institute of Dietology and Diet Therapy, Doctor of Medical Sciences