9 Home Remedies For Anemia

To combat anemia, which in most cases occurs due to lack of iron in the blood, it is recommended to include in the diet foods rich in iron, which are usually dark in color such as beets, plums, black beans and chocolate. 

These foods should be included in the daily diet and should preferably be ingested with some source of vitamin C, because it will favor the absorption of this mineral at intestinal level. 

In addition to this, it is also possible to prepare refreshing juices with fruits and vegetables that are rich in iron, having to ingest them for the period in which the anemia is maintained, thus helping to combat the disease.

See a list of foods rich in iron.

1. Pineapple juice

Pineapple juice with parsley is excellent for combating anemia, because parsley provides iron and pineapple vitamin C, this combination being ideal for increasing the absorption of this mineral in the intestine. 

9 home remedies for anemia
Ingredients

  • 2 slices of pineapple;
  • 1 glass of water;
  • some parsley leaves.

    • How to prepare

    Blend the ingredients and drink immediately after preparation. The pineapple can be substituted with orange or apple. 

    Know which foods are rich in vitamin C to increase iron absorption in the intestine. 

    2. Orange, carrot and beet juice

    Orange, carrot and beet juice is excellent for fighting anemia because it is rich in iron. 

    Ingredients

  • 150 grams of raw or cooked beets/beetroot (about 2 thick slices);
  • 1 small raw carrot;
  • 2 oranges with plenty of juice;
  • honey to taste to sweeten.

    • How to prepare

    Place the beet and carrot in a food processor to remove as much of their juice as possible. Add the pure juice of the orange and drink then, to make the most of its medicinal properties.

    If you do not have a food processor, you can blend the vegetables in the blender, without adding water and strain it afterwards. 

    3. Mugwort tea

    Mugwort tea is an excellent home remedy for anemia because this medicinal plant contains Vitamin C, which helps the body absorb and better utilize iron.

    Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon of dried leaves of Artemisia (Artemisia vulgaris L.)
  • 1 liter of water.

    • How to prepare

    Place the 2 ingredients in a pot and boil for 15 minutes. Cover and let steep for 10 minutes. Strain and drink a cup of tea whenever you consume iron-rich foods of plant origin, such as beans, red or white meats. 

    4. Plum juice

    Plum juice is excellent for combating anemia because it is rich in vitamin C, and thus increases the absorption of iron from plant foods. 

    Ingredients

  • 100 g of plum;
  • 600 ml of water.

    • Method of preparation

    Add all the ingredients in the blender. If you wish, you can sweeten to taste and drink.

    To combat anemia, foods containing iron should be consumed daily and depending on the severity of the anemia, the doctor may prescribe some medication such as: ferrous sulfate.

    5. Sautéed chard with quinoa

    This sautéed chard with quinoa provides a good amount of iron, being an excellent choice for people who are vegan or vegetarian.

    Ingredients

  • 1 package of chopped chard;
  • 1 sliced garlic;
  • Olive oil;
  • Salt to taste;
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa. 

    • How to prepare

    Place the chard, garlic and olive oil in a skillet and stir until reduced. If necessary you can add 2 to 3 tablespoons of water so that the sauté does not burn, when ready add the quinoa and season to taste with salt and lemon. 

    6. Black bean and ground beef wrap

    A good meal for those who are anemic is to prepare a wrap filled with ground beef, black beans and avocado, this dish is also known as burrito.

    Ingredients

  • 1 wrap or wheat tortilla;
  • 2 tablespoons seasoned ground beef;
  • 2 tablespoons cooked black beans;
  • 2 slices avocado;
  • Fresh spinach leaves tempered with lime.

    • How to prepare

    Simply place the ingredients inside the wrap, roll up and then eat. The tortilla can be slightly heated in the oven before preparing the burrito.  

    7. White bean salad with tuna

    This salad provides a good source of iron and can be an excellent choice for lunch or dinner, or for post-workout consumption.

    Ingredients

  • 200 g cooked white beans;
  • 1 can tuna;
  • 1/2 chopped onion;
  • Chopped parsley leaves;
  • Olive oil;
  • 1/2 lemon;
  • Salt to taste. 

    • How to prepare

    Sauté the onion until it is well browned and add the already cooked beans. Then add the canned tuna, parsley and season with salt, olive oil and lemon to taste.

    8. Beet salad with carrots

    This salad is delicious, being an excellent choice to accompany main meals.

    Ingredients

  • 1 large carrot;
  • 1/2 beet/beetroot;
  • 200 g cooked chickpeas;
  • Salt and lemon to taste.

    • How to prepare

    Grate the carrot and beet (raw), add the cooked chickpeas. Season with salt and lemon to taste.

    See what are the health benefits of beet.

    9. Lentil burger

    This lentil burger is rich in iron, being a good option for those who are lacto-vegetarians because it does not contain meat, however, it is possible to remove the cheese from the preparation and it is suitable for vegans and strict vegetarians. 

    Ingredients (4 to 6 servings)

  • 65 g of star, letter or feather pasta (which is usually for children);
  • 200 g of cooked lentils;
  • 4 tablespoons of breadcrumbs;
  • 1 onion;
  • Parsley to taste;
  • 40 g grated Parmesan cheese;
  • 4 tablespoons peanut butter;
  • 1 tablespoon yeast extract;
  • 2 tablespoons tomato extract;
  • 4 tablespoons hot water.

    • How to prepare

    Cook the pasta for 8 minutes and once ready place in a bowl. Add the cooked lentils, breadcrumbs, onion, parsley and Parmesan cheese. Mix well and set aside.

    In another bowl mix the peanut butter, tomato paste, yeast and add the tablespoons of warm water. Mix until a homogeneous paste is formed. Add to the lentil mixture and stir well. Take a little and form patties. Coat the griddle with a little coconut oil and cook them.

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