Tag: Red Blood Cell

Anemia caused by iron deficiency is the most common nutritional deficiency in the world. Some of the telltale signs of anemia are feeling tired...

Everyone needs folic acid, also known as vitamin B9. It supports cell and tissue growth, especially during adolescence, infancy, and pregnancy. The production of DNA and red blood cells also need this nutrient. In the nervous system, folic acid aids brain function, making it vital for mental and emotional health. Find it in leafy greens, asparagus, beef liver, and fortified breakfast cereal. Just don’t eat too much because it can mask the side effects of B12 deficiency.

Many of us don't consider high hemoglobin levels a problem, but it can be. More importantly, the underlying cause might need urgent attention – from something as easily fixed as dehydration to a more serious condition like a heart or pulmonary ailment. Smoking, excessive drinking, and high exposure to carbon monoxide can also be triggers. Babies born post-term or at high altitudes or who have diabetic mothers can also develop high hemoglobin levels.

An adequate dosage of folic acid while trying to conceive and during pregnancy is important for both the baby and the mother. In the baby, it avoids birth defects like spina bifida, anencephaly, and cleft palate. It also ensures adequate production of RBCs and prevents low birth weight. In the mother, it reduces the risk of preeclampsia and miscarriage.

Eating fennel seeds lowers blood pressure in hypertension patients. Avoid them if you already have low blood pressure or kidney problems. The seeds promote lactation in breastfeeding mothers and relieve menstrual problems such as PMS, menopause, and dysmenorrhea. They also have anticancer, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. If you want to lose weight, eat fennel seeds because they suppress appetite. They are great for relieving digestive problems and preventing water retention. They also increase your red blood cell count and strengthen your immune system.

What is Polycythemia vera? Polycythemia vera (PV, PCV) (also known as erythremia, primary polycythemia and polycythemia rubra vera) is a myeloproliferative blood cancer in which the...