This is extremely helpful if you have a low platelet count, known asthrombocytopenia.

Folate deficiency is associated with low platelet count and an increased risk of bleeding.

Iron

Ironpowers the “energy cells” of platelets (calledmitochondria) and makes them more efficient.

Woman sitting at a table by the water with plates in front of her(The Mediterranean Diet for Low Platelet Count)

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Severe iron deficiency can lead to thrombocytopenia.

Vitamin C

Vitamin Chelps absorb iron.

It also helps platelets clump together and function efficiently when clotting.

Steffini Stalos, DO

Vitamin D deficiency can lead to platelet dysfunction and the formation of potentially harmful clots (thrombus).

Other studies suggest that probiotics may stimulate blood-forming stem cells in the bone marrow.

Melatonin is available in tart cherries, eggs, fish, nuts, and mushrooms.

Tryptophan

The human body produces an amino acid,5-Hydroxytryptophan(5-HTP), from L-tryptophan.

This has been shown to raiseserotoninlevels in the body.

A Word From Verywell

Platelets are essential for proper clotting.

If there are not enough platelets, delayed clotting and excessive bleeding can occur.

Nutrition plays a role in nourishing our platelets to do their best to protect us from injury.

This is a condition in which the body’s immune system spontaneously attacks its platelets.

Some supplements can interact negatively with medications.

Prevention

Autoimmune diseases and inherited genetic disorders may cause conditions that result in low platelets.

Probiotics and melatonin, 5-HTP, or chlorophyll supplements may also be beneficial.

Making simple lifestyle changes can also help.

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