ByPuja Gupta
January 31, 2020 (IANSlife) The most common ailment among Indian women is anemia. It means absence of blood and refers to reduction of hemoglobin level in body. Normal level of hemoglobin in adult females is between 12 to 16 g/dl, while in adult males it is between 14 to 18 g/dl.
In Sanskrit 'Pandutya' means whitish colouration. Since anemia is characterized by a whitish tint on skin, eyes and nails, it is called Pandurog in Ayurveda. It can be caused by non-nutritious diet, weak digestive fire, malnutrition or loss of blood, says Dr Partap Chauhan, author, public speaker, TV personality and Director of Jiva Ayurveda.
Chauhan underlines the common causes of anaemia, home remedies and some lifestyle changes to cure the disease.
Common causes: Diminished production, increased destruction or severe loss of red blood cells leads to anemia. Deficiency of iron, thyroxine, vitamins B12, C & folate results in diminution of RBC production while various infections, toxins, antibodies and congenital structural abnormalities lead to their increased destruction. Other than this, anemia can also be the cause of other serious diseases.
Symptoms of anaemia: Headache, loss of appetite, fatigue, weakness, breathlessness, giddiness, swelling around eyes, whitish tint on skin, nails and eyes, palpitations and sleeplessness
Home remedies: Besides the prescribed medicines, you can follow the below mentioned home remedies.
Lifestyle changes: Anemia patients should keep in mind the following points in their daily lives:
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Editing by N. Lothungbeni Humtsoe