Iron deficiency is a very common problem. According to WHO, every third person in the world is deficient in this element. Meanwhile, iron affects many processes in the body, which are responsible not only for health, but also for beauty. EAOMedia news agency will tell you how to replenish iron based on the advice of specialists from the Medical Equipment and Pharmacy of Tatarstan enterprise (18+).
Why is iron deficiency dangerous?
Iron is needed to transport oxygen throughout the body. If there is not enough of it, weakness, fatigue, irritability appear, and immunity decreases. Hair may fall out, nails may break, the skin becomes dry, memory and attention deteriorate. Many people mistakenly confuse all these symptoms with depression, and the problem may just be a deficiency.
What to do if your iron is low?
Iron supplements are often prescribed, but they are usually poorly absorbed if they are tablets rather than injections. It is easier to replenish the deficiency naturally, using foods high in iron. For example, smoothies are an easy way to get iron from a variety of foods at once.
High Iron Smoothie Recipe:
- 80 g of fresh spinach – 15% of the daily value of iron,
- 240 g raspberries – 10% daily value,
- 2 tablespoons cashew paste – 11% daily value,
- 1 scoop of pea protein – 30-45% of the daily value,
- Some unsweetened plant milk – cashew, coconut or almond.
If desired, you can add beef liver powder – 2 tablespoons provide 8% of the daily value of iron in an easily absorbed form. This is a good option for those who don’t like the taste of liver, as it won’t be noticeable in smoothies.
When does a smoothie with iron not help?
If anemia is diagnosed, which is associated with vitamin B deficiency or chronic diseases, iron supplements will not help – other therapy is needed.
Therefore, before taking supplements, you should definitely consult with your doctor so that he can accurately prescribe a complete treatment that is right for you. It is also important to ensure that you are not allergic to the ingredients.
