Health Desk. B+ (B positive) blood group is one of the most common blood groups in the world. This blood group is not only important for transfusion, but some interesting scientific facts are also hidden behind it. Let’s know 7 important things to B+ blood group:
1. B+ blood group people can get blood?
A person with B+ blood group can also get blood from B+ and B-B-O+ and O- Blood Group. This blood group matches RH+ blood due to being “RH positive”. B+ means that both B antigen and RH factor are present on the person’s red blood cells.
2. B+ Blood Group who can donate blood?
People with B+ blood group can only donate blood to B+ and AB+ blood group. Matching RH factor and abo blood system is extremely important when donating blood, otherwise the body may reject blood.
3. What percentage of people in the world are B+?
Around 8–10% of people worldwide have blood group B+, while in South Asian countries like India this percentage can reach 27-32%. This diversity is due to the genetic makeup and regional diversity of the population.
4. Effect on immunity
According to some research, people with B blood group may have a slight risk of autoimmune diseases (such as loopus, multiple sclerosis). However, more intensive research is required to confirm this.
5. Diet and blood group relations
According to Dr. Peter D’Adamo’s “Blood Type Diet” theory, people with B+ blood group can digest milk, meat and green vegetables well. However, this theory is not scientifically widely acceptable, but some people have benefited from it.
6. Ability to withstand stress
According to a study, the level of cortisol (stress hormone) may last longer in people with B blood group, which may make them feel mental stress longer.
7. trends to diseases
B+ blood groups have found a slightly higher risk of urinary tract infection (UTI) and stroke. Apart from this, their immune system reactions can also be sometimes susceptible. There is excess of certain types of antibodies in the body of people with B group, which can cause some allergies and inflammatory problems.