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Thank you for letting me know. I thought I can not have much choice. Now with all of these responses I feel wow I can have things just watch possible how often. These posts helped me. Thank you again.
I spoke with my dietician about leafy greens as they are a source of iron. We also spoke about fruit as a source of vitamin C. We agreed it was more important to eat healthy and as close to whole foods as possible. I don’t always follow a whole food diet but the fibre in fruits and veggies is very important to my overall health. My hematologist says no iron supplements but expressed that a healthy diet is important in helping to lower clots from heart and vascular disease. It’s a balancing act for sure to find out what your body needs and to balance that with blood cell formation. After almost 2.5 years post-diagnosis, I’m still learning and trying to figure it out 🙂
Can a person with polycythemia vera eat broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts?
Yes, people with PV can generally eat broccoli, cauliflower, and Brussels sprouts. These vegetables are part of a healthy diet and aren't typically restricted for PV.
The main dietary concern with PV relates to iron and vitamin C Show Full Answer
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