Maintenance of Hemoglobin Level

Normal hemoglobin levels in healthy adults

Hemoglobin values in healthy people usually fall within the following ranges:

Maintain of Hemoglobin Level

It is normal for hemoglobin level to fluctuate. There are some things one can do to boost the hemoglobin level

Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet containing foods high in vitamin C and rich in iron

Measures to take care low Hemoglobin Level

If one were to be Deffered due to low hemoglobin levels, there may be steps one should take before they try to donate again. One should eat a healthy, well-balanced diet containing foods high in vitamin C and rich in iron

If the hemoglobin level was below normal levels, or if have been Deferred on several occasions, we recommend that they discuss with your health-care provider

Donating blood removes iron from the body. Body needs iron to make new red blood cells. Low levels of iron can cause anemia or make it worse

All blood Donors should learn more about iron and hemoglobin

Everyone should eat a nutritious, well-balanced diet

All blood Donors should add foods rich in iron and high in vitamin C to their diet

Iron-Rich Foods

The amount and type of iron in the diet is important. Some iron-rich foods are

Fruits	Vegetables	Beans & Other Foods
Strawberries	Spinach	Tofu
Watermelon	Sweet potatoes	Beans (kidney, garbanzo, or white, canned)
Raisins	Peas	Tomato products (e.g., paste)
Dates	Broccoli	Dried peas
Figs	String beans	Dried beans
Prunes	Beet greens	Lentils
Prune juice	Dandelion greens	Instant breakfast
Dried apricots	Collards	Corn syrup
Dried peaches	Kale	Maple syrup
	Chard	Molasses