Anemia: Causes and Treatment
February 5, 2009
A decrease in the haemoglobin content in the blood is termed as the condition of anemia. It is the decrease in the number of red cells in the blood. It is a common problem in most of the people. Red bloods cells are responsible for carrying oxygen to tissues and nearly half the blood in the veins and arteries of our body consists of these red blood cells. Hence these red cells are extremely useful for a proper supply of oxygen in our body.
The sources which are helpful in formation of these cells include various vitamins, protein, folic acid, iron etc. Out of these the protein and iron play major roll in manufacture of haemoglobin. The number of these blood cells in the body is maintained through a cycle in which some of these old cells get replaced by new cells. On an average the lifetime of these red cells is nearly one hundred and twenty days.
A person suffering from the problem of anemia feels very tired even after perform easiest daily activity. A lack of body energy is the major symptom of anemia which results in weakness. Apart from weakness other symptoms of anemia include mild headache, palpitation, wrinkles, pale color of skin, poor memory, slow healing of wounds etc.
Consumption of food which is low in important nutrients like protein, vitamins, iron etc is a major cause of anemia. Deficiency of any of these can lead to the problem of anemia. Deficiency of hydrochloric acid in the stomach may also lead to the problem of anemia. Anemia is also caused due to decreased manufacture of red blood cells in the bone marrow. Sometimes excessive loss of blood due to factors like injury, piles or menstruation can also be a reason for anemia.
There are various home based remedies which can be very helpful in increase the amount of haemoglobin. Soyabean is one the best sources of protein and iron. Hence consumption of soyabean is very helpful in avoiding anemia. Consumption of fresh fruits and leafy vegetables is very helpful in anemia. Fresh fruits and vegetables are good sources of various vitamins and minerals. Consumption of vitamin B12 is also very effective in case of anemia. Fenugreek is very effective remedy for anemia. Its leaves facilitate the process of blood formation. The seeds of fenugreek are good source of iron and hence are very helpful in anemia.
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