Vitamin C-Rich Foods
Vitamin C is important in immune function and increases the efficiency of platelets. It also speeds up the healing process of wounds which is important in patients with thrombocytopenia who bruise easily.
A study of the effects of vitamin C supplements in a small group suggested that it resulted in an increase in blood platelets. [7] Vitamin C also helps the body absorb iron (an important nutrient for platelets) more efficiently.
Fruits such as mangoes, pineapples, oranges, kiwifruit and strawberries are important sources of vitamin C. Vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and brussels sprouts.
Foods rich in vitamin C are best consumed raw as cooking them may destroy their vitamin C content.