A nurse described an encounter where a patient claimed that consuming malt and milk could raise blood levels, even though she had been diagnosed with anemia and instructed to take medication.
She shared the story in a widely viewed video to warn the public against relying on folklore instead of professional healthcare guidance.
Nurse recounts disagreement with patient
The nurse explained that the patient came in for a complete blood count. After reviewing the results, the physician informed her that she might eventually require a transfusion but should first start haematinics.
The nurse recalled saying, “This woman arrived this morning for a full blood count; once the results were ready, she consulted the doctor. The doctor told her that a transfusion could be needed later, but for now she should begin haematinics.”
The nurse added that she outlined the prescribed regimen, which includes folic acid, iron supplements, and B‑complex vitamins.
Nevertheless, the patient insisted that she normally treats her anemia by drinking malt and milk.
She stated, “I do not drink milk. I have struggled with this anemia for a long time, and this is what I normally take to clear it—milk.”
The nurse corrected her, noting that milk is not a blood tonic.
“I told her, ‘Ma, milk does not act as a blood tonic; it does not give blood.’”
The patient strongly disagreed, challenging the nurse’s expertise.
“Why would I claim that milk does not give blood? Everyone knows milk gives blood.”
Nurse advises patients to follow medical treatment
The nurse said the patient eventually purchased the prescribed haematinics because the doctor recommended them, but she worried the medication might go unused.
She urged anyone diagnosed with anemia to trust medical advice rather than popular beliefs.
“If a doctor says you are anemic, if your blood level is low, take haematinics. If a transfusion has been ordered, receive that transfusion.”
She concluded with a firm warning against using malt and milk as a remedy for low blood levels.
“Do not rely on malt and milk or similar home remedies; they will not work. Malt and milk do not give blood.”
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Nurse shares her experience after a patient argued that malt and milk gives blood — Instablog9ja (@instablog9ja) July 14, 2026
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