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OPFORD OPFORD is the Open Platform for Orphan Diseases. This platform is a help and networking site for stakeholders of orphan diseases in India.

We have currently sharpened our focus on the blood and bleeding disorders.

Hello friends,Tea time is anytime! ☕️For people with , tea can help reduce the absorption of dietary iron. So, go ahead...
26/08/2026

Hello friends,

Tea time is anytime! ☕️

For people with , tea can help reduce the absorption of dietary iron. So, go ahead and enjoy your favourite cup of hot or iced tea!

Hi friends! 🌞 Hope you’re all having a great start to the week.We’re continuing our series on diet for . Today, let’s t...
24/08/2026

Hi friends! 🌞 Hope you’re all having a great start to the week.

We’re continuing our series on diet for . Today, let’s talk about the importance of magnesium in our diet. Along with calcium and Vitamin D3, magnesium plays an important role in keeping our bones and overall metabolism healthy.

Choose natural sources of magnesium in your diet, or speak to your treating clinician about whether a supplement is right for you.

Let’s keep our bones healthy and strong! 💪

Hi friends,Don’t forget the Big D — Vitamin D3!While adding calcium-rich foods to our diet, it’s equallyimportant to get...
21/08/2026

Hi friends,

Don’t forget the Big D — Vitamin D3!

While adding calcium-rich foods to our diet, it’s equally
important to get enough Vitamin D3, which helps our
body absorb and use calcium effectively and supports
healthy bones.

Get your Vitamin D through safe sunlight exposure and
Vitamin D-rich foods, and speak with your doctor if you
may need a supplement.

Read more about vitamin D by the Food and
Agricultural Organization http://www.fao.org/3/y2809e/y
2809e0e.htm

Hello friends,Strong bones start with good nutrition!Include in your daily meals—whether it's paneer, cheese, milk, br...
19/08/2026

Hello friends,

Strong bones start with good nutrition!

Include in your daily meals—whether it's paneer, cheese, milk, broccoli or other calcium-rich choices.

Small dietary choices can make a difference to your bone health.

Good morning, friends!It’s a pleasant Monday and the perfect start to a new week. Hope you’re all doing well and staying...
17/08/2026

Good morning, friends!

It’s a pleasant Monday and the perfect start to a new week. Hope you’re all doing well and staying healthy!

This week, let’s focus on the importance of , and for strong and healthy bones.

Stay tuned as we share more about foods rich in these essential nutrients.

Hello friends,Continuing our series on "Diet for Thalassemia” let’s explore healthy protein sources like nuts, beans and...
13/08/2026

Hello friends,

Continuing our series on "Diet for Thalassemia” let’s explore healthy protein sources like nuts, beans and legumes.

Worried about iron absorption? These foods contain "non-heme iron", which is less readily absorbed by the body.

So, choose your protein wisely and enjoy a balanced diet!

Hi friends,Millets can be a healthy alternative to carbohydrate-heavy foods, but not all millets are suitable for people...
10/08/2026

Hi friends,

Millets can be a healthy alternative to carbohydrate-heavy foods, but not all millets are suitable for people with due to differences in their iron content.

Before including millets in your diet, learn which varieties may be more suitable.

Check out studies in the Journal of Nutrition (https://academic.oup.com/jn/article/145/7/1576/4644387) detailing the iron-rich content of some millets like pearl millet (bajra).

Make informed choices. Eat smart, stay healthy!

Hello friends,Plan your day with a suitable diet. People with must avoid Check out what you can eat and what you shou...
05/08/2026

Hello friends,

Plan your day with a suitable diet. People with must avoid

Check out what you can eat and what you should avoid.

Hi friends,Every child and adult with thalassemia must consult a "certified" dietitian or nutritionist at least once to ...
31/07/2026

Hi friends,

Every child and adult with thalassemia must consult a "certified" dietitian or nutritionist at least once to understand what to eat and what to stay away from.

Do not go by what "others" say and listen to science-based advice.

🥗 The right diet can play an important role in supporting overall health and complementing ongoing medical care.

Good evening friends,Looking back at one of our important awareness posts because good health starts with good nutrition...
30/07/2026

Good evening friends,

Looking back at one of our important awareness posts because good health starts with good nutrition. 💙

A balanced diet plays a vital role in supporting the overall health and well-being of people living with . The right combination of nutrients can help maintain energy levels, support growth and development, and complement ongoing medical care.

📌 As relevant today as ever, we're resharing this important topic to raise awareness and encourage healthy eating habits.

Stay tuned as we continue sharing practical nutrition tips and guidance to help support a healthier life.

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