Anemia Alert: Women, Know the Causes & How to Prevent It, Says Dr. Suresh

• Dr. Nalla Suresh highlights anemia as a widespread issue in women, mainly due to iron deficiency and excessive blood loss.
• Key causes include inadequate iron-rich food intake, malnutrition, heavy menstrual bleeding, intestinal worms, and chronic kidney disease.
• Internal bleeding from gastric ulcers or hemorrhoids can also lead to anemia, often ignored by many.
• Prevention involves regular intake of government-provided iron tablets (especially for pregnant women/adolescents) and iron-rich foods.
• Dietary advice: leafy greens, meat, liver, pulses, grains, and Vitamin C (lemon juice) for better iron absorption; consult a doctor for symptoms.