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Obesity and iron deficiency: could low oxygen be the key?

NCT ID NCT07542873

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Pennington Biomedical Research Center Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looks at whether losing weight and breathing low-oxygen air (like at high altitude) can help people with obesity absorb more iron. Iron deficiency is common in obesity, possibly due to inflammation. The study will measure iron absorption before and after a 6-week program. Thirty adults with obesity are being recruited in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to
If successful, this could point toward new ways to improve iron absorption in people with obesity, potentially reducing iron deficiency.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 30 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The low oxygen exposure is experimental and may cause discomfort or side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Body Weight Obesity obesity disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

OBESITY (DISORDER)

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Pennington Biomedical Research Center

    RECRUITING

    Baton Rouge, Louisiana, 70808, United States

    Contact Email: •••••@•••••

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