In this article we’ll shed a light on how to increase your haemoglobin levels and what are the normal range of haemoglobin level in a body.
Haemoglobin is the protein which contains iron and is responsible for distributing oxygen to the different parts of the body and brings back the carbon dioxide to the lungs. Low level of haemoglobin results in anemia
What Are the Symptoms of the Low Level of Haemoglobin?
Low levels of haemoglobin in a body cause the variety of symptoms such as:
- Fatigue
- Pale skin
- Headache
- Shortness of breath
- Numbness and tingling
- Pain in the joints
- Increased heart beat
What Are the Haemoglobin Normal Range
Normal range of haemoglobin varies based on age and gender. Haemoglobin normal range is listed below
- Babies: 17-22 gm/dL
- Age 1 week: 15-20 gm/dL
- Age 1 month: 11-15 gm/dL
- Young children: 11-13 gm/dL
- Adult men: 14-18 gm/dL
- Adult women: 12-16 gm/dL
- Older men: 12.4-14.9 gm/dL
- Older women: 11.7-13.8 gm/dL
Best Ways to Boost Haemoglobin Levels are:
Iron rich Diet: Iron deficiency in the body is the most common cause of low levels of haemoglobin. Consumption of a diet rich in iron will boost the production of haemoglobin levels in the blood . According to the studies women require more iron than males. few examples of foods rich in iron are
- Red meat
- Spinach
- Pumpkin seed
- Nuts
- Broccoli
- Eggs
- Dried fruits for ex dates
Foods rich in vitamin C : absorbing foods rich in vitamin C can help in absorbing the iron and is beneficial for people with iron deficiency anemia. Examples of fruit rich in vitamin C are oranges, kiwi, grapes etc.
Avoid iron inhibitors: avoid the consumption of foods such as tea, coffee, calcium rich diet etc as they can inhibit the process of iron absorption which can further lead to the low level of haemoglobin. Excessive intake of these food should be avoided especially if you already have low levels of haemoglobin
Avoid consumption of alcoholic beverages : alcohol does not provide any nutritional value to the body in fact it can destroy the healthy cells present in the body which further aids in the progression of low levels of haemoglobin and it also interferes with the iron absorption . therefore avoid the consumption of alcohol if you have problem related to low haemoglobin level
Increase your folate consumption : folate is necessary for the production of haemoglobin. Folate is a vitamin B . Haemoglobin contains a part called heme ( responsible for delivering oxygen) which is created with the help of folate. Therefore increasing the consumption of folate in your diet will help in boosting your haemoglobin levels. Examples of foods rich in folate are banana, broccoli, green leafy vegetables, chicken liver etc.
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FAQ’s
What are the sources of folate rich food?
Spinach, chicken liver, broccoli are a few examples of folate rich foods.
Which foods can inhibit iron absorption?
Dairy products, tea , coffee , foods rich in calcium can inhibit the iron absorption
Can I improve my haemoglobin levels in a day?
No , haemoglobin levels cannot be improved in a day
Where can I book an haemoglobin test at home in Delhi NCR?
You can book your haemoglobin test at home with ganesh diagnostic centre
Where can i find haemoglobin blood test near me ?
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What is the haemoglobin test price in Delhi?
The price of haemoglobin test may vary based on the location and the reputation of the diagnostic centre. You can book this test with ganesh diagnostic centre and get a discount upto 50% off
Where are the Ganesh Diagnostic Centres in Delhi?
Ganesh Diagnostic centres are present in Rohini, Nangloi, Model Town, Hari Nagar, Mangol Puri and Yamuna Vihar.
When can i get my haemoglobin blood test report?
You can get your haemoglobin blood test report in less than 24 hrs
How can i get my haemoglobin blood test report
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