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Discussion Forums => Thalassemia Minor => Topic started by: VB on March 27, 2023, 03:26:08 AM

Title: Iron-rich foods for thal minor
Post by: VB on March 27, 2023, 03:26:08 AM

Hello everyone,

One of the naturopaths has recommended Bilva or Bael fruit for my son (https://www.netmeds.com/health-library/post/bael-medicinal-uses-therapeutic-benefits-for-skin-diabetes-and-supplements).

Apparently, this fruit is high in Iron and has other benefits. Is it OK to give Iron rich foods or supplements for thal minor ?

Thanks!

Title: Re: Iron-rich foods for thal minor
Post by: VB on April 26, 2023, 09:46:55 PM

hi Andy,

Hope you are well. Please suggest on my post. We are really hoping for our son to put on more weight and grow.

Thanks!!

Title: Re: Iron-rich foods for thal minor
Post by: Andy Battaglia on September 09, 2023, 07:36:09 PM

It is not actually very high in iron. 1.6 mg per 100 grams of Bael. Thal minors do need iron in their diets, so it should not be avoided completely.