My last report mein hb thoda low aaya, doc told me to improve diet along with the tablets. I get tired so fast these days. Apart from the usual palak, what all did u eat that actually worked?
Actually yaar, try having beetroot juice and spinach soup daily. Also, pomegranate is super helpful for boosting hemoglobin. Just make sure you take your iron supplements prescribed by your gynac regularly!
With PCOS, I had to be careful with sugar, so I avoided too many sweet fruits like direct pomegranates. I stuck to spinach, methi, and black chana for iron. Please consult your nutritionist to balance it safely.
With two babies sucking all my energy, my iron went down fast! I ate dates, black raisins soaked overnight, and green veggies like crazy. It felt like I was grazing like a cow, but it really helped!
My doctor explained that non-heme iron from plants is better absorbed when taken with Vitamin C. So I always paired my spinach or dal with a squeeze of lemon, and avoided tea/coffee around meal times because it blocks iron absorption.
After my C-section, my hemoglobin dropped quite a bit, so I know how important this is. Focus on green leafy vegetables, apples, and dates. Gently build your strength back with iron-rich foods, and don't skip your doctor's supplements.
I just delivered last month and had low Hb in my third trimester. Apart from spinach and beetroot, my doctor increased my iron supplement dose. Definitely get your blood retested after a month to check the progress.
My hemoglobin crashed because I couldn't keep food down. If eating raw veggies makes you nauseous, try soft-boiled beetroot or apple puree with a squeeze of lemon. Vitamin C helps absorb iron better, so lemon is a must!
Beta, eat black sesame seeds laddoos and soak 5-6 black raisins in water overnight and drink that water in the morning. These are time-tested ways to improve blood levels, but please continue the iron tablets your doctor gave.
Having gone through IVF, we are always extra cautious about every test report. If your hemoglobin is low, try adding dates, figs, and green leafy vegetables to your daily meals. Your doctor will also guide you on the safest iron supplements.
When my Hb was low, my mother used to make fresh beetroot and pomegranate juice every afternoon. She also cooked everything in iron kadhai which actually helped. It was so comforting to have family take care of my diet.
