Getting your red blood cell count up can help with symptoms of low red blood cells like fatigue.
The signs and symptoms of low red blood cell count can be mild to severe.
Iron
Iron is an important part of hemoglobin.
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Some dietary sources of iron are red meat, seafood, leafy green vegetables, and beans.
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12helps the body make red blood cells.
Some dietary sources of vitamin B12 are beef, chicken, fish, dairy, and eggs.
Vegetarians and vegans may need to take a vitamin B12 supplement.
Copper
Copper helps the body make hemoglobin.
Vitamin A
Vitamin A helps the body make red blood cells.
Some dietary sources of vitamin A are carrots, potatoes, fish, liver, and leafy green vegetables.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C helps with iron metabolism, which is necessary for making hemoglobin.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E helps protect the red blood cells.
Some dietary sources of vitamin E are almonds, pine nuts, avocado, and bell pepper.
What Happens When I Eat Extra Nutrients?
Your body will usually get rid of the excess nutrients it does not need or cannot use.
However, there are risks of getting too much of certain nutrients, whether through diet or supplements.
That’s why it’s key to get your diet sorted out first.
Exercise
Exercise encourages your body to make more red blood cells (erythropoiesis).
Exercising may cause older red blood cells to break down and get recycled faster.
Managing the condition can help see to it your red blood cell count doesnt drop too low again.
A low red blood cell count is one of the signs of an underlying health problem.
There are many causes and solutions.
Dairy products can also get in the way of iron absorption.
Some fruit and vegetable juices (e.g., beetroot) can be sources of iron.
Just look for 100% juice with no added sugar.
