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Iron is essential to the body because it fuels haemoglobin, a type of protein found in red blood cells that aids in blood production. In turn, haemoglobin aids in the transfer of oxygen in the blood from the lungs to the tissues. Without enough iron in our blood, this process of oxygen transportation may suffer, leading to fatigue. Iron-deficiency anaemia, the most common type of anaemia, is caused by a lack of haemoglobin in your red blood cells.
Heavy menstruation in women, pregnancy, poor diet, or certain health conditions could lead to iron deficiency. Low iron levels in the body can cause tiredness, fatigue, shortness of breath, tingling in the feet, tongue pain or swelling, irregular heartbeat, brittle nails, and headaches.
While iron supplements are advised for those who are iron deficient, there are some simple home remedies that can help restore iron levels in your body.
Ayurveda expert Dr Dixa Bhavsar in her recent Instagram post talked about natural sources of iron people can include in their diet to overcome iron deficiency.
1. Beets and carrots
These two have high iron content.
How should it be consumed?
Add one cup of chopped beets and carrots to a blender, blend well, strain the juice, and mix in a teaspoon of lemon juice. Drink this amazing juice every morning. Lemon juice boosts the vitamin C content and improves iron absorption.
2. Moringa Leaves
How should it be consumed?
Moringa leaves are imbued with ample amounts of iron, Vitamins A, C and magnesium. Take 1 teaspoon moringa leaf powder every morning on an empty stomach.
3. Dates, figs and raisins
This incredible dry fruit combination is high in iron, magnesium, copper, and vitamins A and C.
How should it be consumed?
As a snack or with breakfast, have 2-3 overnight soaked dates, 2 figs, and a tablespoon of raisins for instant energy and iron supplementation.
4. Wheatgrass
It is high in beta-carotene, vitamin K, folic acid, calcium, iron, protein, and fiber, vitamin C, many B vitamins, and a variety of blood-building factors.
How should it be consumed?
Just 1 tsp (3-5 gms) daily first thing in the morning guarantees improvement in your hb and immune system protection.
5. Sesame seeds (black til)
They are high in iron, copper, zinc, selenium, vitamin B6, folate, and vitamin E.
How should it be consumed?
Dry roast about 1 tablespoon of black sesame seeds, then combine with a teaspoon of honey and ghee and roll into a ball. Consume this nutritious laddoo on a regular basis to boost your iron levels.
Source:HT
