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@christinele

I was diagnosed with the same jak2 positive and my platelets are in the 500’s. Hydro was prescribed, and I decided not to take it. I am currently on a low dose aspirin and monitoring my platelets. It’s very discouraging that diet is never brought up as an alternative. What are some of the foods that help lower platelet count?
I’m 78 and am feeling good which is why I don’t want to start on hydro.

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Hi, Christinele, I am curious as to how long ago you were diagnosed with ET. To help with your question: According to Google search, foods that reduce platelet aggregation are dark chocolate (yes!), garlic, ginger, onion, purple grape juice, tomato and wine. As I mentioned in my reply to arti4, we each have a choice as to what we put into our bodies. I, too, am at present feeling healthy and happy, without symptoms, so will refrain from the hydroxy, but will monitor my platelets as usual. Wishing you many more good years ahead!