Iron boost may calm restless legs and ADHD in kids
NCT ID NCT04144790
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated May 12, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study looked at whether iron supplements can improve symptoms of ADHD and restless leg syndrome in children aged 10 to 15. Twelve kids took iron for 3 months, and researchers checked their brain iron levels using special MRI scans. The goal was to see if raising iron levels helps reduce symptoms like fidgeting and leg discomfort during sleep.
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Kennedy Krieger Institute
Baltimore, Maryland, 21231, United States
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