Iron-Deficient but not anemic? new study tests simple fix

NCT ID NCT07263529

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at 60 women aged 18-55 who have low iron stores but normal blood counts. First, they get two months of dietary advice to eat more iron-rich foods. Then, those who still have low iron take an iron pill daily for one month. The goal is to see if this approach can prevent anemia and improve symptoms like tiredness and dizziness.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

oral ferrous sulfate (80 mg elemental iron daily for one month) and dietary counseling

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that early iron treatment in women with low iron stores prevents progression to anemia and improves symptoms like fatigue.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase study with only 60 participants and no control group, so results may not apply widely. The dietary and iron interventions are short-term, and long-term benefits are unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Iron Deficiencies anemia prevention target

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

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  • Kagıthane No. 5 Family Health Center

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    Kâğıthane, Istanbul, 34413, Turkey (Türkiye)

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