Ayurveda Remedies To Increase Hemoglobin

According to an estimate by WHO, over 30 percent of the people worldwide are known to be suffering from anaemia. And most of these cases are caused by Iron deficiency.

Let's first understand what is anaemia?

Haemoglobin is a type of protein present in our RBC which is rich in iron. This protein has a very function - to transport oxygen from our lungs to different parts of the body and to carry C02 from our body back to lungs.

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A healthy level of haemoglobin is very necessary to maintain proper functioning of our body.

It is 14-18 mg/dl in men and 12-16mg/dl in women. One may experience symptoms like fatigue, tiredness, short breath, pale skin, less appetite, and increased heart beat when the haemoglobin levels are low in the body.

If this haemoglobin level drops down significantly then the condition could be known as anaemia.

There could be several reasons behind the drop in haemoglobin levels in the blood - pregnancy, excessive periods, deficiency of folic acid, iron, vitamin b 12, frequent blood donation, bone marrow, cancer, and diseases of the digestive tract.

Ayurveda believes in harnessing the power of natural herbs to cure diseases. Here's a look at Ayurvedic herbs that can increase your haemoglobin levels in the blood.

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Amla
Some might be repelled by its tangy taste but amla is a good way to increase haemoglobin in the blood. They are packed with essential minerals, iron and vitamin C which help in restoring haemoglobin to normal levels.

Have them on empty stomach 30- 45 mins prior to the meal.

Guggul
Guggul is highly recommended in Ayurvedic literature- Charak Samhita for its almost magical properties to cure low haemoglobin and anaemia.

Guggul's revitalising and rejuvenating properties make it an important component of many herbal medicines. It has anti-oxidant properties and beneficial in many cases such as bloating, PMS, and arthritis.

HARITAKI
Haritaki is regarded as a wonder medicine for a multitude of health benefits it provides. It is extremely important ayurvedic herb in anaemia too. In the case of RBC deficiency, haemoglobin deficiency, Haritaki is very useful. When mixed with honey and ghee it is a great remedy for low haemoglobin levels.

Ashwagandha
Ashwagandha is highly recommended in the Ayurvedic literature for adaptogenic qualities. It is rich in iron and consuming it regularly has shown the increase in RBC count, WBC count and haemoglobin levels. It also acts a blood purifier and an antioxidant.

Manjishtha
Low level of haemoglobin in the body could also be because of toxicants deposited in the blood. Weak liver, bad food habits, smoking, the weak immune system could be some of the reasons.

Ayurveda recommends usage of Manjishtha to purify the blood and to increase the concentration of haemoglobin in the blood. Its astringent and anti-bacterial properties help in purifying the blood, dissolving impurities and increasing the level of haemoglobin in the blood

Beetroot
Ayurveda recommends the usage of beetroot to rejuvenate our body and to increase the concentration of iron, vitamins, folic acid, magnesium, phosphorus, and essential nutrients. It supplies the body essential nutrients thereby increasing haemoglobin levels in the body.