The health and general condition of the body directly depends on the functioning of the cardiovascular and circulatory systems.
Only in conditions of a healthy heart, strong blood vessels, and the proper level of substances necessary for the body in the blood can we talk about the health of other systems, including the central and peripheral nervous, genitourinary, immune, endocrine, etc.
One of the most significant indicators for human health is the level of hemoglobin in the blood, which determines the ability of the circulatory system to deliver oxygen to the tissues and organs of the body.
According to research , nuts are one of the most important foods for maintaining normal blood composition and the health of the entire cardiovascular system. How do they specifically affect hemoglobin levels? See our article.
Causes and symptoms of low hemoglobin
With a low level of hemoglobin in the blood, anemia (anemia) develops - a condition in which oxygen enters organs and tissues in insufficient quantities. Externally, anemia manifests itself as follows:
- pale skin;
- hair loss, brittle nails;
- lack of appetite;
- sleep problems associated with chronic fatigue;
- loss of concentration;
- mood swings, etc.
By and large, there are 3 reasons for the development of anemia:
- anemia may be a symptom of a disease;
- anemia may be a consequence of blood loss (surgeries, menstruation, donation, etc.);
- Anemia is caused by a deficiency of certain nutrients in the body.
The most common anemia is caused by iron deficiency , which in turn can be caused by a lack of consumption, digestibility or excessive loss of this important substance involved in the formation of red blood cells, the structure of which, in turn, includes hemoglobin proteins.
In this case, a prerequisite for recovery will be the inclusion of certain food groups in the diet, including, without a doubt, nuts. Which ones are the most useful?
Folk remedies for anemia: infusions and decoctions of medicinal herbs
At the appointment, a man who suffered from chronic renal failure spoke about a deterioration in his general condition after special therapy. Low blood pressure, sweating, loss of appetite, and pale skin made a fellow therapist suspect problems with blood oxygen saturation. Indeed, a blood test showed that the patient had mild anemia.
Oxygen release: Human body. Medical encyclopedia. - M.: DeAgostini, 2021.
The man categorically refused drug treatment because he had just been discharged from the hospital. Therefore, the question arose, how to quickly increase hemoglobin using folk remedies?
In this case, in order to increase hemoglobin, folk remedies should be sought in a green pharmacy - select herbal compositions that will help the body recover and stimulate the natural production of red blood cells.
To raise hemoglobin using folk remedies, prepare the following infusions and decoctions:
- From lungwort (2 tablespoons per 250 ml of boiled water).
- From blackberries, St. John's wort and clover (1 tbsp per 500 ml of water).
- From apothecary dandelion (1 tbsp per glass of boiling water).
- From rosehip: 4 l. natural remedy, pour 1 liter of water and add 3 tbsp. l.:
- dried strawberries;
- rowan;
- honey
Infuse decoctions of medicinal herbs for 15 minutes in a steam bath and take 100 ml half an hour before meals.
Prepare rosehip-based tincture as follows:
- Pour the required amount of the mixture into a thermos or container that closes tightly.
- Pour all 0.5 liters of boiling water.
- Wrap the container and leave for 50 minutes.
If desired, sweeten with 1 tsp. honey, rosehip decoctions with strawberries or rowan.
The above folk remedies for increasing hemoglobin, their proportions are suitable for adolescents over 14 and adults. If you are looking for how to increase iron in the blood using folk remedies for newborns and children of primary school age, then focus on the following measures:
- 10 g of collection (1 dessert spoon) - for infants up to 1 year;
- 25–30 g (2 tbsp.) – for children under 12–14 years old.
Such recipes are suitable for pregnant women and babies, since they are natural stimulators of protein synthesis in human blood and natural sources of iron. However, remember that self-medication can lead to serious consequences. Be sure to consult your physician before using these formulations.
Folk remedies for raising hemoglobin will also help those whose anemia is chronic or caused by taking certain medications (for example, chemotherapy). In this case, it is better not to overload the body with chemicals.
Why is it believed that nuts raise its level?
Nuts are one of the most valuable products for increasing hemoglobin due to their high content of iron and other substances that increase the degree of digestibility of hemoglobin and its preservation in the body.
At the same time, the benefits of nuts are due not only to their beneficial effect on the level of hemoglobin in the blood, but also to the fact that they have a unique strengthening effect on other systems of the body.
Since all organs, tissues and systems of the human body are inextricably interconnected, it is impossible to ensure the health of the cardiovascular and circulatory systems with a general unhealthy state of the body.
Let's look at the healthiest nuts that have a positive effect on the condition of the heart, blood vessels, as well as hemoglobin levels when their levels are low and even high.
The benefits and harms of dried dates for the body
To begin with, it should be noted that dates can be eaten both fresh and dried. In turn, fresh fruits can be soft, semi-soft or dry, but this generally does not affect their beneficial properties, as well as taste, only the duration of storage.
An amazing fact, but dried dates, due to the fact that they have less moisture, are much more useful, since they are a real storehouse of various useful microelements. Maybe that's why dried dates are more common and more common on store shelves. In this regard, it would be a more rational decision to consider what benefits and what harm dried fruits bring to the human body.
Top 7 most useful types
Not all nuts have the same effects on the body. Let us list and describe the effects of nuts and seeds that have the most beneficial effect on the level of hemoglobin in the blood:
- Walnuts hold the record for iron content and calorie content among all nuts. The vitamins of groups A, B1, B2, B6, B12, E, Omega-3, phosphorus, zinc and manganese contained in its composition help improve brain activity and strengthen the reproductive system, as well as prevent the development of various types of formations and help strengthen the skeleton and spine.
- Pistachios - in addition to increasing hemoglobin levels, help strengthen vascular walls, calm the heartbeat, and help the body fight diseases of the respiratory system.
- Peanuts - prevents the development of atherosclerosis by cleansing the walls of blood vessels, increases hemoglobin in the blood, leads to stimulation of growth and strengthening of bones.
- Almonds - in addition to raising hemoglobin levels, have a general strengthening effect on the body and lead to the generation of serotonin (a hormone that promotes good mood and activity).
- Cashew - just like other listed nuts, has a beneficial effect on the absorption of hemoglobin in the blood, and in addition, this nut is especially useful for men, since its consumption significantly improves the quality of seminal fluid.
- Pumpkin seeds are not exactly a nut, but they deserve a mention in this category. Pumpkin seeds have an extremely beneficial effect on the nervous system, skin, hair, and prevent the development of various formations.
- Hazelnut is a nut that has an extremely beneficial effect on the immune, endocrine, reproductive, cardiovascular, and circulatory systems.
The benefits and harms of dates for a woman’s body
Including dates in a woman's diet may be associated with some health problems:
- Weakened immune system;
- Disturbances in the functioning of the circulatory system;
- Blood pressure problems;
- Digestive tract disorders (poor production of essential enzymes, constipation or diarrhea).
Thus, we can conclude that dates have the following positive effects on women's health:
- Help fight heartburn;
- Due to the fact that dates saturate the body quickly and for a long time, it can be eaten by those who have problems with excess weight;
- The fruits are saturated with beneficial microelements (iron, sulfur, copper, magnesium and calcium), without which it is impossible for the body to fully function, as well as maintain healthy hair, nails and skin.
Dates also have a positive effect on the body of pregnant and lactating women. For example, their use helps increase lactation. Scientists have also proven that eating dates helps young mothers minimize the symptoms of postpartum depression. This is possible due to the fact that the microelements contained in the fruits strengthen the woman’s nervous system.
You can learn more about nutrition rules and the principles of forming a reasonable diet in dietetics courses.
You may think that dates are a miracle cure that has an extremely positive effect on the body. But such a judgment is quite far from the truth. The fact is that, like any product, dates also have their contraindications.
Of course, the main contraindication to eating dates by both men and women will be the presence of allergies. Individual intolerance to a product must be taken into account when creating a menu, because in this case even the most healthy product can become poisonous.
Also, eating dates is not recommended for those who have the following diseases:
- Urolithiasis disease;
- Chronic migraines and headaches;
- Diabetes;
- Caries.
Recipes for medicinal mixtures based on them
Nuts can be consumed in different ways: as a separate dish or in combination with other products that also have a beneficial effect on the state of the cardiovascular and circulatory systems and the level of hemoglobin in the blood.
Pasa Amosova
This mixture is very easy to prepare. You need to proceed as follows:
- take 100 grams of nuts (walnuts, cashews and hazelnuts are best);
- take 200 grams of dried fruits (you will definitely need dried apricots, prunes, it is also recommended to add dates and raisins);
- pass the mixture through a meat grinder;
- add honey and roll into a jar;
- put in the refrigerator.
For a detailed recipe for making Amosov pasta with photos, see a separate article.
You can eat this mixture in unlimited quantities, but a beneficial effect on hemoglobin levels is achieved by consuming 1 teaspoon of the mixture three times a day. You can also add apricot seed kernels to it - they are sold on the market in salted form. This healthy product will add an unusual note to the taste.
Buckwheat mixture
Making buckwheat with honey and walnuts also doesn’t require much work.
- First, buckwheat is boiled (in a boiled way).
- To it, cold or warm, add honey and walnuts, previously passed through a meat grinder.
- As for the proportions, they entirely depend on individual preferences and wishes: someone will like porridge with the addition of a small amount of nuts and honey, someone will prefer to dilute it with nuts in a 1/2 ratio.
The beauty of this dish is the combination of three products that have a very beneficial effect on strengthening the heart muscle, blood vessels, improving blood flow, hematopoiesis, and preventing atherosclerosis.
Thus, the inclusion of nuts in the diet can significantly and painlessly adjust the level of hemoglobin, maintain it at an acceptable level for health, and also generally help strengthen the cardiovascular, circulatory and other systems of the human body.
Other Important Recommendations
At the same time, the diet should contain other food groups, among which, first of all, it is worth noting the following:
- fresh seasonal fruits - apples, mangoes, bananas, feijoas, citrus fruits, pineapples, red grapes;
- vegetables - beets, tomatoes, turnips, pumpkin, zucchini;
- greens, salads;
- porridge - buckwheat, rice, millet, oatmeal;
- oils - flaxseed, olive, sesame;
- liver - cod liver, pork, beef, chicken and turkey.
In general, your diet must be formed taking into account the individual characteristics of the body and in accordance with the recommendations of the supervising general practitioner. In some cases, it is advisable to include the diet in a limited dosage and for medicinal purposes, dry red wine, cognac and black natural coffee.
In addition, it is extremely important for the health of the entire body to lead a healthy lifestyle. By and large, this concept is based on not so complicated things:
- try to choose housing in a place with a clean environment;
- get rid of the habit of being nervous about any reason and experiencing stress;
- maintain a sleep schedule;
- drink enough clean water;
- to refuse from bad habits;
- spend time walking in the fresh air and playing sports.