Obesity linked to iron deficiency in young women – new study investigates why
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This study looks at how well young women with overweight or obesity absorb iron from their diet compared to women at a healthy weight. Researchers will track iron levels and losses over time in 70 South African women. The goal is to understand why obesity raises the risk of iron …
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Last updated Jun 27, 2026 12:00 UTC