Sickle cell anemia is a distortion of the red blood cells into sickle shape or deformed cells because of inadequate oxygen. This basically slows down the operation of the hemoglobin (the cells that carry oxygen throughout the body). Sickle shaped cells also decreases the circulation of oxygen and blood to the body tissues and organs. A lack of circulation could result in ulcers and infections. Sickle cell anemia occurs mainly when there are deficiencies in vitamins B complex, C, folic acid, iron, and zinc.
The Study
Sickle cell anemia is common among African-Americans and they are told that there is no cure. Dr. Linus Pauling, Nobel Prize-winning chemist conducted studies on sickle cell anemia and discovered that this disease is caused from dysfunctional hemoglobin. His studies showed that adequate supplies of oxygen level in the blood of arteries restored the hemoglobin to normal. This study also showed that when the oxygen level is normal it can prevent the blood cells from deforming.
The Benefits of Oxygen
Oxygen is the greatest and first source of energy. It gives the body the ability to rebuild itself effectively. The proper maintenance of oxygen levels in the body is a crucial daily practice for good health. Oxygen detoxifies the blood and strengthens the immune system. It neutralizes environmental toxins, and destroys bacteria, parasites, and viruses. Oxygen also enhances the absorption of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, proteins, and other nutrients. It relieves pain and improves circulation and sleep. Oxygen has a calming effect on the mind and stabilizes the nervous system.
Oxygen Building Nutrients
Nutrients that increases blood oxygen and circulation in the body at all times have been shown to help sickle cells. The most important vitamins and minerals are B complex, C, E, magnesium, folic acid, iron and zinc. It is very important to consume adequate amount of vitamin C for the proper absorption of iron.
Certain fruits, vegetables, and purified water contain vitamins and minerals help to build the hemoglobin which transports oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body. Fresh clean air provides the body with oxygen and exercise promotes its circulation in the body.
Vitamin B sources: Molasses, wheat germ, brewer’s yeast, bran, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, all nuts and dark green leafy vegetables; All beans, avocado, whole grains, banana, asparagus, oatmeal, brown rice and almond; Salmon, Beef, lamb, chicken, halibut, sardines, eggs, cheese, and yogurt. Vitamin C sources: Peppers, Brussels sprout, cherry, acerola, rosehip, carambola, feijoa, cantaloupe, grape fruit, orange, kiwi, guava, strawberry, papaya, mango, watermelon, grapes, tangerine, honeydew, pineapple, raspberry and tomato.
Vitamin E sources: Whole grain fiber cereal, wheat germ, walnut, almond, sunflower seeds, Hazel nuts, Brazil nuts, olive oil, eggs, avocado, green leafy vegetables and asparagus. Magnesium sources: All beans, chicken breast, beef, fish, yogurt and dairy; Whole wheat, oats, brown rice, nuts and molasses; Avocado, figs, all green leafy vegetables, and asparagus, broccoli and cauliflower.
Iron sources: Molasses, chicken breast, fish, beef, soy beans, whole wheat, figs, asparagus, beets, potato, grapes, honey dew, green leafy vegetables and turnip greens. Zinc sources: Oysters, beef, turkey, chicken, fish, salmon, eggs, soybeans, lentils, dairy, whole grains, bran, brown rice, wheat germ and almond. Brazil nuts, cashew nuts, pumpkin seeds, orange, pineapple, broccoli, carrot and tomato.
Oxygen Depleters
These are some things that deplete oxygen; smoking, unhealthy foods, shallow breathing, tap water, food additives, sugars, worry, depression, parasites, medication drugs, industrial chemicals, a lack of exercise and pollution/smog.
References: Dr. Philip C. Stavish – Oxygen Decrease Leading to Worldwide Increase in
Disease.
Murray, Frank, Better Nutrition for Today’s Living, July 1990.
