Having good blood

Blood is the life element of the human body. Occasionally, it happens that we do not have good blood or that there is a problem with it. It is estimated that in the United States, there are about one million people that have had such an experience.

Anaemia is a reduction in the amount of red cells or, more exactly, a reduction in the quantity of haemoglobin contained in the blood. Whatever the reason, anaemia reduces the blood’s ability to supply oxygen to the tissues. Because the tissues cannot function to their maximum level without a sufficient quantity of oxygen, anaemia is often associated with a lack of energy, lethargy or fatigue.

Erythrocytes or red blood cells have the main function of transporting oxygen and carbon dioxide. The production of haemoglobin requires iron. Normally, the body contains 4 grams of iron, of which 65% is contained in the haemoglobin and about 15% to 30% is contained in the liver, bone marrow and other locations. The iron is assimilated by the primary part of the small intestine. Small quantities of iron are lost daily in our excrement, urine, sweat and dead skin cells.

The production of erythrocytes occurs in the bone marrow, more specifically in the rib, sternum, vertebra and pelvic sections.

A substance called erythropoietin controls the production of erythrocytes. Erythropoietin is a glycoprotein produced mainly by the kidneys. If the production is lacking oxygen in the kidneys, this will lead to an increased production of erythropoietin. In men, testosterone stimulates the production of erythropoietin, whereas, in women, estrogen reduces the production of erythropoietin. This explains why the level of haemoglobin is higher in men than women.

There are many possible causes of anaemia. It could be caused by a deficiency in the production of red cells, from medication, hormonal imbalance, chronic inflammation, infection, gastric ulcers, diverticulum, haemorrhoids, childbirth, an operation or menstrual periods that are too long or too heavy, etc.

Elk velvet antler can both help counter these complaints due to haematopoietic effects demonstrated in numerous experiences and also stimulates the synthesis of red blood cells and increases erythropoietic activity. Such erythropoietic activity could be attributed to the energizing effects of elk velvet antler as has been seen with long distance runners used in a clinical study.

Not only do we have to be aware of the possible causes of anaemia but we also have to be very careful in our personal diagnosis. Iron sold in pharmacies and natural products stores can create health problems in the liver, pancreas or heart and can interfere with the immune system of the cells, potentially causing cancer.

We all know that minerals do not act alone but synergistically; meaning that, for example, the assimilation of iron is accomplished with the help of certain vitamins and minerals together, which complete the action.

On this note, I wish you a healthy life.