CiggyTardust
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The last time I donated blood, 15+ years ago, I was in college and ended up fainting afterward. It was probably 15-30 minutes later and I don't have any recollection of passing out. For this reason, I haven't donated blood since as I don't particularly enjoy losing consciousness. Now I am 35 and looking to donate blood again for its health benefits.
I'm relatively new to Peating but simply incorporating OJ and other carbohydrates, a daily raw carrot, some milk and limiting PUFAs has already made a significant difference in my health. Simply keeping my blood sugar stable throughout the day really has improved my mood and energy levels. For years in my twenties I consumed lowish carbohydrates and I'm pretty sure this wreaked havoc on my health and depleted my glycogen stores (I'd get weak and shaky at the gym from any exertion at all).
My question is this: what can I do to prevent fainting if I choose to donate blood? The typical advice is to stay hydrated and eat well the day of donation. Just wanted to see what you all have to suggest and see if anyone has had success dealing with this issue. I suspect many will say... OJ, milk and plenty of salt on the day of donation?
I'm relatively new to Peating but simply incorporating OJ and other carbohydrates, a daily raw carrot, some milk and limiting PUFAs has already made a significant difference in my health. Simply keeping my blood sugar stable throughout the day really has improved my mood and energy levels. For years in my twenties I consumed lowish carbohydrates and I'm pretty sure this wreaked havoc on my health and depleted my glycogen stores (I'd get weak and shaky at the gym from any exertion at all).
My question is this: what can I do to prevent fainting if I choose to donate blood? The typical advice is to stay hydrated and eat well the day of donation. Just wanted to see what you all have to suggest and see if anyone has had success dealing with this issue. I suspect many will say... OJ, milk and plenty of salt on the day of donation?