hematinic
/ˌhiːməˈtɪnɪk/
noun
- A substance or medicine that helps the body produce more red blood cells, often used to treat or prevent anemia.
- Some foods like spinach and red meat are natural hematinics.
- The doctor prescribed a hematinic to help with her iron deficiency.
- After taking the hematinic for a month, his energy levels improved significantly.
adjective
- Relating to or having the effect of increasing the production of red blood cells.
- The hematinic properties of this supplement make it popular among athletes.
- The doctor recommended a hematinic diet rich in iron and vitamin B12.
- Certain herbs are known for their hematinic effects on the body.