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Hemoglobin deficiency diet Haemoglobin is the component of red blood cells. Globin is the protein that carries the iron to the various parts of the system. Deficiency of iron results in anaemia. Reduced iron levels are seen as a result of poor dietary iron, poor absorption and loss of blood due to injury or accident. Blood loss is also seen in case of women, due to the menstrual cycle. Urinary tract bleeding, bleeding ulcer, hookworm infection and regular usage of non steroidal inflammatory drugs also results in low haemoglobin levels. If the cause is bleeding, treatment for stopping the same should be done.
Iron in the diet is of great help. Iron from animal foods is better absorbed than those in vegetarian foods. Red meat, liver and beef are the best sources of iron. Good sources are turkey, fish, pork, shell fish and chicken. Dried fruits, eggs, fortified breads, fortified cereals, prune juice, dark vegetables, green leaves, fortified formulas and nuts and beans. Vitamin C helps in enhancing the absorption of iron in the system. Fruits and vegetables, such as citrus fruits, mangoes, broccoli, cabbage, strawberries, water melons and cantaloupes are recommended.
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