Anemia

Anemia is a nutritional disorder characterized by a decrease in hemoglobin levels, primarily resulting from deficiencies in iron and specific vitamins. The condition arises due to insufficient amounts of iron, vitamin B12, and folic acid, all of which are essential for the synthesis of red blood cells. While some individuals may attempt to incorporate these nutrients into their diets, they may still experience anemia due to the intestine's inability to effectively absorb them. Anemia can be attributed to three primary factors: blood loss, inadequate production of red blood cells, and increased destruction of red blood cells. Certain diseases, such as celiac disease and Crohn's disease, can impair the small intestine's capacity to absorb nutrients. Therefore, maintaining a balanced diet is crucial for promoting overall health.

DIET CHART FOR ANEMIA

EARLY-MORNING

Warm water / soaked almonds / Cashew / Walnuts.

BREAKFAST

Broken wheat porridge / Veg Semolina (veg upma) / Veg Vermicelli / Veg poha (Rice flakes) / Veg Idli / Brown Bread Sandwich / Semolina pancake / Besan pancake (gram flour) / Missi Roti / Stuffed Chapatti / Chapatti with Veg or Dal / Skimmed Milk / + Egg white

MID-MORNING

Fruit / Fruit juice / Herbal tea / Coconut water / Dates

LUNCH

Chapatti + Rice + Salad + Vegetable + Dal / Baked or steam chicken

EVENING

Roasted gram / Rice flakes / homemade soup / Vermicelli / Poha / Herbal tea

DINNER

Chapatti + Vegetable + Dal

BED TIME

Milk

DIET INSTRUCTIONS

ALLOWED TO TAKE	AVOID
CEREALS	CEREALS
Rice, Barley, Quinoa Chapatti Ratio – Wheat flour (50%), Black chana (20%), Soybean (30%)	Whole refined flour and its products, Brown rice, Maggie, Whole wheat, Oats, Sorghum, Corn.
FRUITS	FRUITS
Apples, Pears, Figs, Apricots, Plums, Kiwi, Orange, Guava, Pomegranate, Strawberries, Banana, Dates	Grapes, Frozen and Canned fruits
VEGETABLES	VEGETABLES
Green leafy vegetables – Fenugreek, Spinach, Broccoli, Pumpkin, Carrot, Tomato, Radish, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Beetroot, Red and green peppers	Canned vegetables
PULSES	PULSES
Lentils, Legumes Moong beans	Kidney beans, Chick peas (in limit), Frozen and dried pulses
Dairy Products	Dairy Products
Skimmed Milk, Curd, Yoghurt, Butter, Butter milk	Cheese, Cream NOTE: Goat milk is good for anemic patient.
OILS	OILS
Canola oil, olive oil, cow ghee, Mustard oil, sunflower oil	Margarine
SPICES	SPICES
Turmeric, Fenugreek, Parsley, Black pepper, basil, cardamom	Sea salt should be taken in limit.
Drinks	Drinks
Herbal tea, homemade fruit juice, Green juice, wheatgrass juice, coconut water, Amla juice	Carbonated drinks, Alcohol, Canned juices, Preserved juices, Coffee, Tea, Maple syrup
DRY FRUITS & SEEDS	DRY FRUITS & SEEDS
Nuts, Apricots, Raisins, Almonds, Sunflower seed, Pumpkin seeds, hemp seeds	Brazil nuts and Macadamia nuts
FLESH FOODS	FLESH FOODS
Chicken, Shrimp, Fish (tuna, salmon), sea food	Beef, pork
OTHERS	OTHERS
Honey, Jaggery, Tofu (limited quantity)	Spicy food, Deep fried food, Desserts, Sugar, white bread, Pasta