Nicole Stoffel

This study looks at whether wrapping lactoferrin, a natural protein in milk, in a protective coating helps women with low iron absorb more iron from their food. Forty-five women with low iron stores but no anemia will eat labeled iron with different forms of lactoferrin. Research…

This study looks at whether taking iron supplements for two weeks changes how the body processes sugar and insulin. Seventy overweight or obese women will take either a high or low dose of iron daily. Researchers will measure blood sugar and insulin levels before, during, and aft…