China has a wealth of ingredients that not only create delicious dishes for our enjoyment but also enhance our nutrition and overall health. Therefore, it is important to maintain a balanced diet and include a variety of vegetables in our daily meals. For women who wish to look vibrant and beautiful, it is essential to … Read more
【“The No.1 Iron Supplement” is Red Dates? Answer: You are overthinking!】Many people regard red dates (Hongzao) as a top choice for replenishing blood and iron. However, according to investigations, the iron content in red dates is only 1.7 mg/100g, and it contains non-heme iron, with an absorption rate of only 10%. Experts indicate that the … Read more
As autumn and winter approach, advertisements everywhere remind you that you need to nourish! Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) often states that women are fundamentally reliant on blood, but factors such as menstruation and childbirth frequently lead to blood deficiency. Today, let’s discuss the lifelong issue of nourishment for women— blood nourishment! Relying on red dates … Read more
Several years ago, I firmly believed that red dates (Hongzao) and Ejiao (Donkey-hide gelatin) could not nourish the blood, as nutrition teachers claimed that red dates have low iron content and that the absorption rate of plant-based iron is poor. They suggested consuming iron-rich foods like pig liver or duck blood instead, and dismissed the … Read more
Many people may confuse anemia with blood deficiency. Most individuals with anemia are blood deficient, but those with blood deficiency may not necessarily reach the level of anemia. Therefore, the methods for tonifying qi and blood differ between the two. So, what are the differences between anemia and blood deficiency? How should one nourish themselves? … Read more
Click “Guangzhou First People’s Hospital” to follow Medical Guidance: Pan Danfeng, Director of the Nutrition Department, Guangzhou First People’s Hospital Many people in Guangdong believe that red dates (Hongzao), longan (Guiyuan), goji berries (Gouqi), and pig liver soup can nourish the blood. However, nutrition experts argue that relying solely on these foods for blood nourishment … Read more
Commonly, people believe that anemia means one should supplement blood, but they are unaware that anemia is merely a symptom caused by various underlying reasons or diseases. Therefore, when experiencing anemia, one should not blindly supplement blood; instead, it is essential to identify the underlying cause and treat the specific condition causing the anemia to … Read more
Anemia may seem to have a minor impact on individuals, but the safety risks it brings are significant. Therefore, the issue of anemia should be taken seriously, especially iron deficiency anemia. So, what can be done about anemia? Improving iron deficiency anemia requires effort in dietary adjustments. The following dietary remedies are recommended for quick … Read more
↑ Click to subscribe for more nutrition Written by | Dr. Ma’s Health Team Dr. Guan Sheng Ma, Doctoral Student Zhang Jianfen Image | From the Internet Common types of anemia in clinical practice include anemia caused by folic acid or vitamin B12 deficiency or utilization disorders, iron deficiency anemia, and anemia due to iron … Read more
Foods That Quickly Supplement Iron for People with Iron Deficiency Anemia END The best foods for quickly supplementing iron for iron deficiency anemia include: 1. Longan (Dimocarpus longan) Longan is a prized fruit that is very effective for blood supplementation. The flesh of the longan is also very precious and contains a rich amount of … Read more