Anemia: An Ayurvedic Cure & Outlook

Anemia: An Ayurvedic Cure 

Anemia is a disease in which hemoglobin and red blood cells are found in fewer amounts in

the blood than normal. In Ayurveda, it is known as Pandu Roga means whitish pale 

coloration.

Actually, hemoglobin in your blood binds to oxygen, but on account of anemia, the oxygen 

carrying capacity of blood gets reduced. We often get tired or cope with difficulty breathing 

when hemoglobin deficiency occurs in the blood.

According to WHO, the normal level of hemoglobin is as follows

In an adult female - 12-15 grams per deciliter

In an adult male -    14 - 18  grams per deciliter

The word Anemia is derived from ancient Greek in which two words are added mutually. 

The first word is "Ane", means absent/missing/lack and another word "mia" implies for 

blood, which means the lack of blood.

There are different types of anemia, but iron deficiency anemia is mostly observed.

If hemoglobin levels are lower than normal, do not worry because the complete solution is 

available in Ayurveda to get rid of anemia. First of all, focus on iron rich food items and get

medical advice.

Symptoms of Anemia

The symptoms of anemia are very simple which offers different symptoms in different 

people. But the symptoms that are found in most patients are the following –

Hair fall/Shedding of hair and slow healing of wounds.

Loss of appetite and cravings to consumption of clay.

General malaise.

Cold, upper and lower extremities.

Increased angriness and irritation.

Sexual debility.

Facial swelling, swelling around eyes and stripped of their shine.

Headache, Giddiness, Fatigue/quick exhaustion, Lack of energy, and Weakness.

Palpitations/irregular heartbeat and dyspnea/breathlessness/shortness of breath.

Insomnia/Sleeplessness.

Tongue soreness and ear tinnitus.

Low hemoglobin level.

Lack of memory power/poor concentration.

Pale skin, a whitish tint of eyes, and brittle nails.

Diet Regimen & Lifestyle Advice for Anemic Patients - 

• Keep the gastric fire and digestive system properly to avoid indigestion. Spicy foods, fried

foods, sour foods, nonveg foods, canned foods, are not allowed in the case of anemia.

• Anemia patients should include the following things in their diet -

Almonds, Spinach, Soya beans, Sesame seeds, Radish, Carrot, Tomato, Blackberries, 

Banana, Apple etc.

• Yogas for Anemic patients - Some yogas like Trikonasana/Triangle Pose, 

Shavasana/Corpse Pose, Sarvangasana/Shoulder Stand, Paschimotthanasana/Posterior 

Stretch, Surya Bhedana/Sun-Piercing Breath etc. are beneficial for anemic people that 

should be used according to the instructions of Yoga Expert.

• Ghrit Kumari/Aloe Barbadensis

Aloe Vera is also a great way to obtain iron and vitamin B12. Mix the onion juice in it to get 

faster benefits.

• Take any Ayurvedic treatment for at least three months for good outcomes.

• Use iron pots or utensils to make food.

• Daily intaking of one teaspoon of turmeric juice mixed with honey may be beneficial in the 

case of anemia.

• Treat hemorrhagic diseases such as piles, bleeding gums, heavy menstruation etc. as soon

 as possible otherwise, there may be anemia.

• Include some dates and raisins in your diet because they are a good way to obtain vitamin B

complex, vitamin C, antioxidants, iron, and fibers. Here vitamin C honored by enhancing 

iron absorption in your gut.

• A balanced diet should be consumed, which is rich in vitamin C, B12, and iron to obtain 

speedy results.

• Rice, celery, salads, lentils, broccoli, kale, fenugreek, spinach, soups, 

smoothies, dates, currants, soybean, almonds, dairy products, fresh fruits, fig, 

pomegranate, banana,carrot, blackberries, apple, amla and plum, green and leafy 

vegetables, beet, lettuce, are fit to be consumed as food.

• Apple juice, beetroot juice, and pomegranate juice should be consumed daily two times as 

these are the best source of iron.

• Soak black sesame seeds 1 teaspoon in hot water for 2 hours and make a paste after 

grinding them. Now mix 200 ml cow's milk and 1 teaspoon of honey in it. Have this per day 

for great outcomes.

• Put the water in a copper vessel for the whole night and drink it in the morning. It is a good

source of natural minerals.

• Amla/Phyllanthus Emblica - Everyone knows that there is plenty of Vitamin C in Amla that 

works quite well in anemia because Vitamin C helps in the absorption of iron. For this 

reason, eat Amla Murabba or drink its juice with honey. This will raise up your iron levels. 

• Another source of vitamin C is lemon and orange whose juice can be used.

• Eating 4-5 Figs per day can also be beneficial on account of anemia.

• Punarnava/Boerhaavia Diffusa is quite beneficial in the foot or facial swelling due to anemia.

• Caffeinated drinks like coffee and tea should be better avoided because these interrupts in

the absorption of iron in the gut.

• Fresh Methee/Fenugreek leaves is one of the best home remedies and natural cure for 

anemia and should be consumed on a daily basis for 2 months for great results.

• Pyaaz/Onion juice is considered as a notable home solution for an anemic patient because

sulfur, copper, and iron are found in more quantity.

• Anemia patients get substantial benefits by staying in sunlight until the maximum time 

because the sun-rays are helpful in the stimulation and production of RBCs.

Ayurvedic herbal supplements to treat Anemia 

Lauh Bhasma, Kanta Lauh Bhasm, Navayas Lauh, Lohasava, Lohasava Dhatri, Shothari 

Lauh Kasis Bhasma, Swarnamakshik Bhasma, Saptamrit Lauh, Punarnavadi Mandura,  

Tapyadi Lauh, Shothari Mandur, Mandur Bhasma, and Kumariasava.

 (Remember, consult the doctor before taking any Ayurvedic herbal supplements to deal 

with Anemia).

Some other Ayurvedic herbs used in Anemia

Amla - Indian gooseberry - Emblica officinalis

Punanava  - Hogweed - Boerhaavia diffusa

Ghrtitkumari - Aloe Vera - Aloe Barbadensis

Red Coral - Corallium rubrum

European oyster - Ostrea edulis

Small sea snail - Money cowry - Cypraea moneta

Large sea snails - Turbinella rapa

Shilajit - Purified Asphaltum

Gulbel - Heart-leaved moonseed - Tinospora cordifolia

Chhoti Elayachi - Green cardamom - Elettaria cardamomum

Tejpat - Indian bay leaf - Cinnamomum tamala

Laungh - Clove - Syzygium aromaticum

Nag Kesar - Cobra's saffron - Mesua ferrea

Date palm - Phoenix dactylifera

Grape - Vitis vinifera

Liquorice - Glycyrrhiza glabra

Pippali - Indian long pepper - Piper longum

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