{"id":2435,"date":"2022-05-26T13:35:09","date_gmt":"2022-05-26T17:35:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/plasmastg.giveplasma.ca\/?p=2435"},"modified":"2022-05-26T13:41:05","modified_gmt":"2022-05-26T17:41:05","slug":"what-to-eat-before-and-after-donating-plasma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/plasmastg.giveplasma.ca\/fr\/what-to-eat-before-and-after-donating-plasma\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Eat Before and After Donating Plasma"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Plasma donation is a relatively simple process and a great way to make some extra money. If you\u2019re a new donor, however, there are a few things you should know about before you go in for your first appointment. One of the most important things you need to be aware of is how the food you consume can ultimately affect your plasma donation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s what you should eat before and after donating plasma to ensure you pass your health screening and have a smooth donation experience! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What to Eat Before Donating Plasma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A few hours prior to your plasma donation appointment, it\u2019s a good idea to eat an iron and protein-rich meal. Not having adequate iron and\/or protein levels is one of the most common reasons donors get deferred<\/a>, so taking some time to prepare a healthy meal is well worth it! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Foods that are rich in iron include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n