Did you know that hyperbaric therapy can also help your anemia?

Did you know that hyperbaric therapy can also help your anemia?

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBO) is a method used in medical treatment. It involves the patient breathing pure oxygen at a pressure higher than normal atmospheric pressure. The oxygen supplied in this way dissolves into the blood in greater quantities and is more effectively transported to the tissues. Therefore, in anemic patients, it is possible for the body to take in more oxygen and provide a better oxygen level to the tissues.

In order for the tissues in the body to function, the organs need to be supplied with enough oxygen. If tissues are damaged, they need more oxygen to survive. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy increases the amount of oxygen the blood can carry. When hyperbaric treatment is repeated regularly, it maintains oxygen levels in the tissues even after the treatment is completed. Iron is an essential element and vital for many living things. Hyperbaric therapy also plays an active role in oxygen transportation, energy production, DNA, RNA and protein synthesis due to its ability to exchange electrons. Anemia is a condition in which there are not enough healthy red blood cells (hemoglobin-carrying cells) in the body or they do not function properly. HBO therapy can improve this condition because oxygen taken in under high pressure is dissolved in the blood, even without hemoglobin, and can therefore reach the tissues.

It is also essential for the structure and function of many enzymes. The fullness of iron stores is extremely important for our body and organs to function. In its deficiency, many negativities are encountered.

Anemia, which seriously affects the quality of life, has negative effects such as weakness, fatigue, chills, forgetfulness, restlessness-depression, palpitations, structure and dysfunctions in the tongue, nails, mouth, stomach because it causes disorders in the epithelial tissue, and getting sick more quickly with the decrease in the immune system.

To address the potential effects of HBO on anemia:

Increased Oxygen Transport Capacity: Oxygen taken under high pressure increases oxygen levels in the blood, allowing it to be transported to tissues more efficiently. This can be particularly beneficial in cases where tissues are not adequately oxygenated due to anemia.
Promoting Tissue Healing: HBO therapy can speed up the healing process of wounds. It can promote tissue regeneration, especially in anemic patients with ischemic wounds or tissue damage.
Anti-infection Effect: By boosting the immune system, HBO therapy can reduce the risk of infection or help treat infections. Anemic individuals may be more prone to infections due to low hemoglobin levels, so this effect is important.
Increasing Collagen Production: HBO therapy can promote tissue regeneration and healing by increasing collagen synthesis. This is particularly important in the process of repairing tissue damage.
 

Especially people who cannot lose weight or who lose weight slowly should have their blood values examined because anemia may be the underlying problem. One of the biggest reasons why anemia is so widespread is the lack of adequate and balanced nutrition. There may also be iron deficiency. When iron deficiency is seen, medications should not be used directly, because if we do not correct our diet, iron may fall again and medications can increase appetite, so they can cause weight gain.

So how should we eat in case of iron deficiency or anemia?

Fruits with rich mineral content such as black grapes, raisins, dried apricots, prunes should be included in the diet.

1-2 tablespoons of molasses can be consumed for breakfast.

1-2 portions of red meat and boiled eggs should be consumed 3-4 days a week. During the cooking of eggs, especially when cooked at high temperatures for a long time, the iron in the egg white and the sulfur compounds in the yolk may react to form purplish rings. These purple rings reduce iron absorption. The necessary benefit from eggs cannot be obtained.

Vitamin C intake with iron-rich foods increases iron absorption. For this reason, consuming iron-rich foods such as meat and eggs together with a source of vitamin C such as a salad with plenty of lemon will be extremely effective.

Tea and coffee should not be drunk with meals, including breakfast, as it will reduce iron absorption.

Milk group foods should not be consumed together with iron source foods in order not to reduce iron absorption.

We should not overcook legumes and meat products. When cooked too much, the iron utilization rate of these products will decrease.  

In order to prevent iron deficiency, you can adapt healthy and sustainable nutrition to your life with the support of our expert staff.  At Vitalica Wellness, hyperbaric therapy is applied in a professional environment and at high standards to support the general health and healing processes of individuals. Especially in the healing atmosphere of Vitalica wellness, this experience will make you feel much more productive mentally, from cellular regeneration to cellular renewal, as you will be in a stress-free environment and in peace. At this point, one of the most important advantages that Vitalica wellness will provide you is that you will be able to maximize your physical and mental health in detox programs that are directed in the most appropriate way for you as a result of the detailed consultation of the expert health staff. If you want to experience this unique experience in the most beautiful bays of Bodrum in calmness and serenity, you are invited to the comfort of Vitalica wellness...