It is that time of the month and it has been very heavy. What foods or vitamins can I use to replenish blood lose? At times I feel a little flushed.
2006-07-31 16:47:34 · 13 answers · asked by sissyt2915 2 in Health ➔ Women's Health
it is my understanding that there is not an a large amount of blood loss during the menstral cycle.The loss is mostly blood, but also contains some mucus and other tissues from the lining of the uterus.
Sometimes it seems like a lot of blood, but it is usually less than 100ml. If you weigh 50kg you will have about 3.5 litres of blood in your body, so losing 100ml with a period will not cause health problems. The blood that you lose will be quickly replaced by the blood-forming cells in your bone marrow.
2006-07-31 17:17:13 · answer #1 · answered by ms.beanie 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I used to be severely anemic (low iron in the blood causes weakness and lightheadedness) because I did not eat enough and also I did not eat enough protein. I started taking iron every other day and a good multi vitamin, (one a day womens works great) and drink lots of water! This really helped me! Good Luck!
2006-07-31 18:43:39 · answer #2 · answered by SuzyBelle04 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of Vitamin C (orange juice or oranges.) Bananas are wonderful in replenishing lost calcium. Make sure you push fluids to keep your body hydrated. Also, talk to your MD about your blood flow. He/She may need to put you on a birth control pill to help with the bleeding. Get lots of rest !!!
2006-07-31 16:54:55 · answer #3 · answered by TJ L 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is naturally found in animal foods including fish, milk and milk products, eggs, meat, and poultry. Fortified breakfast cereals are an excellent source of vitamin B12.
Characteristic signs of B12 deficiency include fatigue, weakness, nausea, constipation, flatulence (gas), loss of appetite, and weight loss. Deficiency also can lead to neurological changes such as numbness and tingling in the hands and feet. Additional symptoms of B12 deficiency are difficulty in maintaining balance, depression, confusion, poor memory, and soreness of the mouth or tongue.
2006-07-31 16:53:33 · answer #4 · answered by Sarabeth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are losing a lot of blood then you should take an iron supplement. Also make sure you drink lots of water to stay hydrated.
2006-07-31 16:54:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A one a day vitamin might help as well as food that has a lot of iron. That's what my doctor told me. I hope this helps.
2006-07-31 16:52:33 · answer #6 · answered by sarah p 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try taking an iron pill everyday. This will help with red blood cell, oxygen, and naturally boost your energy.
2006-07-31 16:51:51 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Iron works great! Make sure you take a multi vit and drink plenty of water!
2006-07-31 16:53:17 · answer #8 · answered by bugsbunnylookalike2001 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
menstration which is so heavy and last long, lets say 7days forward means u have anemia... or just lack of iron... take ferrous sulfate my dear... it would help replinish the blood and help you on getting iron supply in your body. and hey dont forget water... it helps...
2006-07-31 16:52:34 · answer #9 · answered by angel r 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Iron supplement, peanut butter, nuts, beans, green vegetables.
2006-07-31 17:01:36 · answer #10 · answered by HERMOM 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋