Haemoglobin is responsible for circulating oxygen in the body. Low levels of haemoglobin can be a sign of an underlying health condition such as anaemia. Heamoglobin is an iron-rich protein found in red blood cells. When a person does not have enough red blood cells, then the lack of oxygen in the body can prove to be harmful.
In India, low levels of haemoglobin are very common among people. Clinically, the normal level of haemoglobin in the body in men is 14g/dl to 18 g/dl, and in women, the normal level is 12g/dl to 16 g/dl. Less haemoglobin in the body than in the normal range can build up anaemia in the body.
Some of the symptoms of anaemia in the body are headaches, feeling tired more often, feeling more fatigued after exercise than usual, problems with concentration, numbness in the feet and hands, loss of appetite, bluish eyes, brittle nails, and shortness of breath. Hence, enlisted here are a few iron-rich drinks to increase the haemoglobin level in the body.
Prune Juice
According to a study, 240 ml of prune or dried plum contains 2.8 mg of iron, 17% of our daily iron requirement. Apart from the iron-rich content, prune juice helps boost energy levels in the body. It is also healthy for people suffering from diabetes. It also helps with constipation.
Beetroot Juice
Apart from Iion, beetroot has a sufficient amount of folate, potassium, magnesium, betaine, and vitamin C. As beetroot juice improves haemoglobin levels in the blood, the oxygen supply in the body improves as well.
Mint Juice
Mint leaves are rich in iron. Every 100 gms of mint leaves contains 15.6 mg of iron. Mix mint leaves with ½ cup of water and add some lime juice to prepare a refreshing iron-rich drink.
Sesame Seeds and Dates Drink
Sesame seeds and dates are high in iron and date. Sesame seeds mixed with a few dates can provide a sufficient amount of iron to the body. Sesame seeds and dates are also rich in phosphorus, zinc, and vitamin E.
Mulberry Smoothie
Mulberries are filled with vitamin C and iron. A cup of mulberry contains 3.2 mg of iron and 16.8 mg of vitamin C. The vitamin C helps absorb iron in the body. Combining mulberries with bananas, oats, yoghurt and chia seeds with Mulberry Smoothie can add flavour and other important nutrients to the drink.
