Can a daily powder boost iron levels in women? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT05990166

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Carleton University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a mineral-enriched powder taken daily for six months could raise blood iron levels in women aged 18-35 with iron deficiency. Participants mixed the powder or a placebo into water and provided blood samples monthly. The goal was to see if the powder reduces the number of women who remain iron deficient after six months.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: mineral-enriched powder containing ferrous iron and zinc sulfate monohydrate
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, at-home way to improve iron levels and reduce iron deficiency in women of reproductive age.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-phase trial with only 150 participants. The powder may not significantly raise iron levels compared to placebo, and results may not apply to all women.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Iron Deficiencies iron deficiency anemia

As listed by the trial registrant

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

IRON DEFICIENCY ANAEMIA IRON-DEFICIENCY

Contacts and locations

Locations

Carleton University

Ottawa, Ontario, K1S 5B6, Canada

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