Can uterine fibroids eat blood? What should people with anemia eat?

Uterine fibroids may cause excessive menstrual flow, and prolonged excessive menstrual flow may cause anemia. Dietary adjustments for anemia include increasing foods rich in iron and vitamin C. Uterine fibroids are a common benign gynecological tumor, but they may cause menstrual disorders, especially excessive menstrual flow, which leads to excessive iron loss in the body and further causes iron deficiency anemia. In response to this situation, patients should make certain adjustments in their diet.

1. Foods rich in iron. Foods such as red meat, chicken and animal liver are good sources of iron. Iron is an important component of hemoglobin and can improve the oxygen-carrying capacity of red blood cells in the blood. Seafood such as fish and shellfish are also rich in iron. Foods rich in iron can effectively relieve fatigue and weakness caused by anemia.

2. Vitamin C promotes iron absorption. Fresh vegetables and fruits, especially citrus fruits, strawberries, tomatoes and red, yellow or green vegetables, are rich in vitamin C, which can promote the absorption of iron in food. Adding such foods to every meal can improve the utilization efficiency of iron.

3. Avoid foods and drinks that interfere with iron absorption. The tannic acid contained in tea and coffee will inhibit iron absorption, so they should usually be consumed 1-2 hours after a meal. High-fiber foods and calcium-rich foods will compete with iron absorption, so they also need to be moderately adjusted.

For better health management, if women experience long-term menorrhagia caused by uterine fibroids, they should consult a doctor in time to obtain a suitable treatment plan. In terms of food choices, in addition to supplementing iron and vitamin C, you should also pay attention to a balanced diet. Treatment of anemia may also include a doctor's medication recommendations, which may usually involve iron supplements or other targeted medications. In terms of lifestyle, regular work and rest and moderate exercise can also help improve overall health and immunity. Under the supervision of a doctor, other methods of treating uterine fibroids such as drug therapy, surgery (such as laparoscopic myomectomy, uterine artery embolization), etc. should also be selected according to individual needs to fundamentally solve the problem.