Giving blood

demorelli
demorelli Posts: 508 Member
in Food and Nutrition
I have a blood donation appointment today (plasma and platelets). Should I eat extra calories today or just concentrate more of my calories around the time of my donation?

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  • amyann2
    amyann2 Posts: 69 Member
    Good timing! I have a blood donation appointment tomorrow (not platelets, though) and was wondering the same thing. I do think I'm going to add extra calories for the day, maybe aim for 200 more, but I'll try to make sure they're not "empty" or just pure carbs.
  • Erica_theRedhead
    Erica_theRedhead Posts: 724 Member
    I try not eat too much extra unless I get fatigued or dizzy. Although, I usually don't count those two fig newtons that I pop into my mouth afterwards :blushing:
  • BamBam125
    BamBam125 Posts: 229 Member
    I don't know about adding calories, but I would definitely make sure that you drink plenty of water for the day.

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