Ayurveda Mantra Issue 1 | Page 42

By Nishi Botth SIMPLE GUIDE FOR IMPROVEMENT Anemia is mostly due to a nutritional deficiency of certain nutrients such as iron, vitamin B 12 and folic acid. Since the origin of this disorder is mostly due to dietarydeficiency it is necessary to alter diet to provide the missing nutrients and thus improve the condition. Anemia is a common problem in every age due to inadequate diet and low ,...IIJII..~ ...f iron. Anemia can be resolved from the modification of a diet based on the cause of anemia and the nutrient that is deficient. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common fonn of anemia. Regular consumption of iron rich foods such as vegetables and leafY greens will cure this conditiory~ some extent. Another kind of anemia is the megaloblastic anemia that1s caused due to lack of vitamin B 12 or folic acid in the diet. Folic acta deficiency can be fulfilled with the intake of green leafy vegetables and vitamin B12. Deficiency can be completed through a diet rich in meat, egg, liver and all animal food. Milk and milk products are also rich in vitamin B 12 so it is a good option for vegetarians.