IRON-DEFICIENCY

This study looked at whether taking a special iron supplement for three months could raise hemoglobin levels in blood donors who have low iron. Fifty donors with iron deficiency took the supplement, and researchers measured changes in their blood and quality of life. The goal was…

This study looked at whether giving iron through a vein (IV) works better than iron pills to help the heart pump more strongly after a heart attack. It included 298 adults who had a heart attack and also had low iron levels. The main goal was to see if IV iron improved heart wall…

This study tested whether a peanut-based food supplement could improve nutrition and health in adults aged 60 and older. 81 participants were randomly assigned to either eat the supplement daily for 12 weeks or to continue their usual diet. Researchers measured weight, blood pres…

This study tested a new iron medicine (ferric maltol oral suspension) against a standard iron treatment (ferrous sulfate) in children aged 2 to 17 years with iron-deficiency anemia. It also tested the new medicine in infants aged 1 month to 2 years. The goal was to see if the new…

This study gave iron- and zinc-biofortified pearl millet to 223 children aged 12-18 months in Mumbai, India, for nine months. Researchers measured their iron levels, growth, and immune response compared to children who ate regular millet. The goal was to see if this special mille…

This study tested whether a daily mineral-enriched powder drink could raise iron levels in women aged 18-35 with low iron. For six months, 150 women drank either the active powder or a placebo mixed with water. Researchers measured blood iron and tracked how many women remained i…

This study tested whether taking a daily supplement of lactoferrin, a protein found in cow's milk, could help prevent iron deficiency anemia in pregnant women with obesity. 23 women at risk for anemia took part. The main goal was to see if the approach was practical and acceptabl…

This study looked at whether iron supplements can improve symptoms in children aged 10-15 who have both ADHD and Restless Leg Syndrome. Twelve children took iron for 3 months, and researchers measured changes in brain iron levels using MRI scans, as well as changes in ADHD and re…

This study looked at whether a single intravenous iron dose can improve exercise capacity in people with severe aortic stenosis and iron deficiency who are scheduled for valve replacement. About 100 participants received either iron or a placebo. The main goal was to see if iron …

This study gathered data from 250 children aged 6 months to 6 years to train artificial intelligence (AI) to estimate iron levels using images and videos instead of blood tests. Parents and doctors also shared their thoughts on using such AI tools. The goal is to make iron defici…

This study looked at how many women with chronic pain at a pain clinic might have iron deficiency. Researchers asked 81 women questions about heavy periods and other risk factors. The goal was to find out how often iron deficiency happens in this group and whether treating it hel…