TEMPO.CO, Jakarta – The body needs the intake of vitamins, minerals, and nutrients to meet the amount of production red blood cells (erythrocytes). A person who has anemia (lack of red blood cells) is at risk of causing various complications. That’s why, red blood cell levels must remain adequate Healthline.
There are various causes anemia, one of which is due to lack of iron, folic acid, and loss of a lot of blood. Anemia can be prevented by eating blood-boosting foods.
Intake of foods that increase red blood cells
1. Red meat
Collect Medical News Today, foods containing iron increase the production of red blood cells. Sources of iron can be obtained from red meat, including beef and goat. The iron content of 100 grams of red meat or meet the daily needs of 15 percent.
2. Nuts and grains
The iron content in nuts and seeds is quite high. Consumption of this type of food is suitable to increase red blood cells in the body. quote Healthline, nuts and seeds are sources of copper which is useful for producing red blood cells. It also helps the process of multiplying red blood cells in the body. Types of nuts and seeds include cashews, soybeans, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds.
3. Fruits
Quote from NDTV Food, fromfive contain iron, vitamins A, C and E. Ascorbic acid contained in pomegranates can increase iron, the main supporter of red blood cell production. Bananas stimulate the production of hemoglobin, because they contain iron. Bananas are also a good source of folic acid, which is a B-complex vitamin for the production of red blood cells.
Bananas stimulate the production of hemoglobin, because they contain iron. Bananas are also a good source of folic acid, which is a B-complex vitamin for the production of red blood cells. Fruit Peaches are a great source of vitamin C and iron. Vitamin C helps absorb iron which can prevent the breakdown of red blood cells.
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