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How to Increase Your Hemoglobin Level

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Hemoglobin is an iron-rich protein present in red blood cells. This protein is responsible for carrying oxygen throughout the body.

Its main function is to transport oxygen from the lungs to the body’s tissues, so that living cells can perform properly. Hemoglobin also helps carry carbon dioxide away from the cells and transport it back to the lungs.

As the role of hemoglobin is very important for leading a healthy life, it is necessary to maintain it in normal levels in your blood, which is:

  • 14 to 18 g/dl for adult men, and
  • 12 to 16 g/dl for adult women.

These values are applicable for adults and may vary slightly among different laboratories due to their different methods and measurements.

When the hemoglobin level decreases, it can cause fatigue, weakness, shortness of breath, dizziness, headaches, pale skin, brittle nails, rapid heartbeat and poor appetite.

If the level drops significantly, the condition may be diagnosed as anemia and symptoms can become severe.

It is common for women to experience low hemoglobin levels during pregnancy or periods. However, there can be many other reasons behind it. The most common cause is nutritional deficiencies of iron, folic acid, and vitamins C and B12.

It can also occur due to blood loss from surgery or trauma, frequent blood donation, diseases affecting the bone marrow, cancer, kidney problems, arthritis, diabetes, stomach ulcers and other diseases of the digestive tract.

In most cases, low hemoglobin is associated with conditions that cause or contribute to fewer red blood cells.

Depending on the reason behind the drop in hemoglobin, there are certain natural ways that are effective in restoring it to a normal level. The length of time you’ll need to continue using these remedies depends on your hemoglobin level and how often your doctor checks it for improvement.

how to increase hemoglobin level

Here are the top 10 ways to increase your hemoglobin naturally.

1. Eat Iron-Rich Foods

According to the National Anemia Action Council, iron deficiency is the most common cause of low hemoglobin levels. Iron is an important element in hemoglobin production.

  • Some good iron-based foods are liver, red meat, shrimp, tofu, spinach, almonds, dates, lentils, fortified breakfast cereals, almonds, oysters and asparagus.
  • You can also take an iron supplement. Consult your doctor for the correct dosage as high doses of iron can be harmful to your body.

2. Increase Vitamin C Intake

Low hemoglobin levels due to a deficiency of vitamin C can be corrected by eating more foods rich in vitamin C. Iron cannot be fully absorbed by the body without the help of this vitamin.

  • Eat foods rich in vitamin C like papaya, oranges, lemon, strawberries, bell peppers, broccoli, grapefruit, tomatoes and spinach.
  • You can also take vitamin C supplements after consulting your doctor.

3. Take Folic Acid

Folic acid, a B-complex vitamin, is required to make red blood cells. So, a folic acid deficiency automatically leads to a low hemoglobin level.

  • Some good food sources of folic acid are green leafy vegetables, liver, rice, sprouts, dried beans, wheat germ, fortified cereals, peanuts, bananas, broccoli and liver.
  • You can also take 200 to 400 milligrams of a folate supplement daily after consulting your doctor.

4. Beetroots

Beetroot is highly recommended to increase hemoglobin levels. It is high in iron, folic acid as well as fiber and potassium. Its nutritional value helps increase the body’s red blood cell count.

  • Cook 1 to 2 beetroots along with their peels in a microwave or roast them on the stove. Allow them to cool and peel them before eating.
  • You can prepare a healthy juice with 1 medium-sized beetroot, 3 carrots and 1/2 of a sweet potato. Drink it once daily.

5. Apples

An apple a day can help maintain a normal hemoglobin level. Apples are rich in iron along with various other health-friendly components that are required for a healthy hemoglobin count.

  • Eat at least 1 apple (if possible, opt for green apples) with its skin daily.
  • You can also prepare a glass of juice by mixing 1/2 cup each of apple juice and beetroot juice. Add a little ginger or lemon juice and drink it twice daily.

6. Blackstrap Molasses

A folk remedy used to fight anemia and increase your hemoglobin level is blackstrap molasses. Blackstrap molasses contains iron, folate and many B vitamins that can help increase red blood cell production efficiently.

  1. Mix 2 teaspoons each of blackstrap molasses and apple cider vinegar in 1 cup of water.
  2. Drink this once daily.

7. Pomegranate

pomegranate seeds

Pomegranate has iron and calcium as well as protein, carbohydrates and fiber. Its nutritional value can help increase hemoglobin in the blood and promote healthy blood flow.

  • Eat a medium-size pomegranate or drink a glass of pomegranate juice daily with your breakfast.
  • Another option is to take 2 teaspoons of dried pomegranate seed powder with a glass of warm milk once daily.

8. Nettle

nettle

Nettle is an herb that can play a key role in raising your hemoglobin level. It is a good source of iron, B vitamins, vitamin C and other vitamins that can help increase hemoglobin.

  1. Add 2 teaspoons of dried nettle leaves to a cup of hot water.
  2. Allow it to steep for 10 minutes.
  3. Strain, then add a little honey.
  4. Drink this twice daily.

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167 thoughts on “How to Increase Your Hemoglobin Level”

  3. Thank you for the tips on the thing I should be taking to keep my body health without all of the bad. I have cut almost all my pop to my body.

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  37. Thanks alot 4 da useful information, my wife 2day was @ da hosp n was found 2b wth low haemoglobin nd have gotten 4rm ur article da required 4 da increase of RBCs

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  38. I was down with malaria and during the CBC test i came to know that my Haemoglobin is come down to 11.2 that is below normal range. Then did the research in google and i found your above tips very useful. Now i will start follow your tips to bring back my haemoglobin level above 12. Thank you so much.

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  59. Thanks for sharing. I was suffering from viral fever and my hb is 12 now. I will stop having tea for a few days and make my diet good.

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  76. It was really a helpful article.
    Many very good pieces of information. I am really thankful to you for providing me with all that.

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  98. Great piece of information, Am sure it of use for a lot of people who has a deficiency in hemoglobin. Thanks for posting this information,it was of great help for me.

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  102. Why do you encourage eating gluten-free foods, (which I agree with, BTW) then recommend eating whole grains, pasta and cereals, most of which are gluten-containing foods?
    Grains and beans are terrible drains on hemoglobin, as well as causing other digestion and absorption issues.

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  103. Tnx.I am pregnant and my H.B is low.I will try it as from today and see how it will increase my HB.coz am suffering a lot.Tnx.God bless you.

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  104. Thank you so much for your valuable information, its more helpful to understand about Anemia and how to overcome that problems at all . Thanks alot

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  112. Good advice on HB. My son are bleeding internally from the small intestine and HB 5. Receiving transfusion @ the moment, but as soon as possible I will start to give him the vitamin you suggest thanks so much.

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  116. Am at the last stage of low in haemoglobin. There is a very low amount of blood is present in my body. I have all symptoms like fatigue, weakness,dizziness, headaches, pale skin, brittle nails, rapid heartbeat and poor appetite. Now the last one is remains that is shortness of death

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  117. my haemoglobin is 8.pls give me the suggestion.i take 2-3 cups green tea every day.i was informed that green tea may inhibit iron absorption.

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  120. Taking Amla soaked water and Cynodon grass juice (Arugampul) and butter milk can also be taken. Along with practice Pranayama and few yoga exercise and regular enema treatment for avoiding constipation is suggested

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  129. I loved all the information. I have most items, therefore, I’ll put them to good use. I guess my question was, how fast can I produce hemoglobin per day if I eat all the right thinks? For example, I refused a blood transfusion, two units, but I’m taking ask the necessary measures. How fast will I reach from 8 to 12-13 level?

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  157. I gained much knowledge as to how to increase hemoglobin level which I didn’t know before.The article provided us with a lot of information about dietary supplements to increase hemoglobin in blood.I value and appreciate this very much.I wish you good luck.

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