Obesity linked to iron deficiency in young women – new study investigates why
NCT ID NCT07081152
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
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 deficiency, which can lead to anemia.
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Esté Vorster Research Facility
RECRUITINGPotchefstroom, North West, 2531, South Africa
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