Delhi Dengue Cases: Delhi has reported more than 2,100 cases of dengue so far this year. The Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) also confirmed that three people have died due to complications of dengue. MCD said that Delhi has recorded 485 cases in the last week.

According to a report in Hindustan Times, a senior official from the corporation’s health department requesting anonymity, said, “The first case was of a 16-year-old male from Mahipalpur on September 3, the second of a 51-year-old male from the Sainik Farms area on September 11, and the third of a nine-year-old female from Budh Vihar, also on September 11. The (death audit) committee has cleared these cases.”

In 2023, Delhi recorded 19 deaths due to dengue. Of the 2,115 cases of dengue so far, 306 have been reported from the Najafgarh zone, followed by 275 from the South zone, 239 from the Shahdara North zone and 221 from the Karol Bagh zone.

Dengue is a mosquito-borne infection that is common in tropical and subtropical climates. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), about half of the world’s population is now at risk of dengue with an estimated 100–400 million infections occurring each year. WHO says that the number of dengue cases has increased rapidly from 505 430 cases in 2000 to 5.2 million in 2019.

Dengue infections usually lead to low platelet count. When your platelet count is low, it can affect your health severely and can also make you prone to anaemia, leukaemia and other forms of blood cancer. Therefore, it is important that you have a healthy platelet count. Here are some foods that can help to increase your platelet count.

Papaya and Papaya Leaf Extract

Papaya and its leaf extract are rich in enzymes and antioxidants that help to increase platelet production. Papaya leaf extract is especially beneficial it can significantly improve platelet count in cases like dengue.

Pomegranate

Pomegranates are packed with vitamin C and antioxidants which help to protect platelets from damage and improve their functionality. Regular consumption can help to improve platelet production.

Leafy Greens

Spinach, kale and other leafy greens are rich in vitamin K which is essential for blood clotting and platelet production. Adequate vitamin K can support the body’s ability to restore platelet levels.

Beetroot

Beetroot is a blood purifier and is rich in antioxidants. It helps in detoxifying the blood and improving platelet count by reducing damage to the platelets.

Pumpkin

Pumpkin has vitamin A which is important for platelet production and maintaining healthy blood cell function. It also helps in the development of new platelets.

Citrus Fruits

Oranges, lemons and other citrus fruits are loaded with vitamin C which not only boosts immunity but also improves iron absorption. Iron plays an important role in increasing platelet production.

Nuts and Seeds

Almonds, walnuts and chia seeds are rich in omega-3 fatty acids which help to reduce inflammation and support the production of platelets. They also give you essential nutrients like vitamin E, thereby improving overall blood health.

Wheatgrass

Wheatgrass is a natural detoxifier that helps cleanse the blood and improve platelet count. It is also high chlorophyll content that helps in restoring platelet levels.