Food items that help in maintaining healthy blood: Nutritionist shares tips

From tofu to broccoli to amlaki, here are four types of food items that can help in boosting blood health.

By Tapatrisha Das, Delhi
Published on Feb 17, 2023 01:35 pm IST 5 Photos
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To stay healthy and fit, it is important to maintain healthy blood. To do so, the food we eat and the lifestyle we lead is very important. Addressing this, Nutritionist Anjali Mukerjee wrote, “Eating a diet rich in iron, vitamin C and other essential nutrients can help increase the production of red blood cells and improve oxygen flow throughout the body.” She further noted down four types of food items that can help in maintaining healthy blood.(Unsplash)

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Leafy greens such as broccoli and spinach are packed with nutrients needed for healthy blood. (Unsplash)

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Orange juice, raisins and honey help in providing iron and protein to the blood. (Unsplash)

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Wheatgrass juice, tofu and kidney beans are rich in iron, and help in increasing the haemoglobin levels in the blood. (Unsplash)

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Herbs such as amlaki and guduchi help in purifying the blood and boosting blood flow. (Unsplash)

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Tapatrisha Das

Tapatrisha is Content Producer with Hindustan Times. She covers stories related to health, relationships, and fashion.

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