my hb dropped to 9 in the last report and gynac said i need to work on it. im in 6th month. apart from the tablets, what food worked for you all to bring it up? feeling weak and thoda thaka thaka all day.
Oh god, I remember crying when my Hb dropped to 9.5, I thought something would happen to the baby! I started eating spinach, dates, and took my iron pills with orange juice because vitamin C helps absorption. Please ask your doc, they will guide you safely.
Leafy greens like spinach (palak) and fenugreek are amazing for Hb. Be careful with beetroot or too many dates if you are watching your sugar levels, as they can spike diabetes. Stick to safe green veggies and consult your dietitian.
I made delicious palak paneer and beetroot cutlets to trick myself into eating iron-rich food! Honestly, pregnancy food doesn't have to be boring. Pomegranate with a little chaat masala is also a great snack to boost your Hb naturally.
Please don't ignore low Hb because it can cause complications later during delivery. My levels dropped to 8 and I had to get iron IV drips because tablets weren't enough. Do not self-treat, strictly follow what your gynecologist recommends.
Cook your veggies in an iron kadhai (pan), it really helps increase iron naturally! You can also eat soaked raisins and dates in the morning. But if your Hb is very low, don't rely only on food, ask your doctor for proper iron tablets.
My mother-in-law told me that eating apples and pomegranate daily is really good for keeping blood levels healthy. I am trying to eat them now itself so my body is ready. Maybe you can try adding these simple fruits to your routine too.
Beetroot and carrot juice worked like magic for me! I used to drink it every alternate day and my Hb went from 9 to 11.5 before my normal delivery. Also, keep taking your iron tablets regularly as prescribed.
I know how much we worry about every single blood report during this precious journey. Try including pomegranate and spinach in your diet daily. Just make sure to discuss your levels with your doctor so they can adjust your supplements if needed.
