My latest blood report shows my hb is low and gynac said im anemic. I feel tired all the time and a bit worried for baby. For those who had low hb, what helped u bring it up?
My Hb dropped quite low and home food alone wasnt enough, doctor had to adjust my dose and once even gave iron through drip. So please get your Hb tested regularly and let the doctor decide, anemia is not something to manage on guesswork.
Beta gud, khajoor, anar aur hari sabzi roz khao, hamare ghar me hamesha yahi diya jata tha. Lekin iron ki goli doctor ki di hui zaroor lo, sirf ghar ke nuskhe se kaam nahi chalega.
Take your iron tablets exactly as the doctor gives, dont skip them. Along with that eat palak, beetroot, dates, jaggery and have vitamin C like lemon or orange so iron absorbs better. Mera Hb dono pregnancy me iron se hi improve hua.
You dont need costly supplements beyond what doctor prescribes. Cheap iron sources like spinach, dates, jaggery, peanuts and green leafy veggies work great. Just do the routine Hb test, its not expensive and tells you if its improving.
Along with iron rich food and tablets, keep getting your blood tests on time so they can see if Hb is rising. I had thyroid and learnt how important regular follow up is. Consistent monitoring is key here.
Amma gave me lots of greens, ragi and dates and it helped slowly. But my doctor also kept me on iron and folic acid. Both together worked, food and medicine. Be patient, Hb rises gradually.
