Iron absorption and loss in women over time
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study looks at how well women absorb iron and lose it over a long period. It compares normal-weight women with overweight or obese women who have low-level inflammation. The goal is to understand iron levels in the body, which could help improve iron recommendations.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman between 40 and 50 years old.
- Your weight is either normal (BMI 18.5–22.9) or you are overweight/obese (BMI 25.0 or above).
- Your blood hemoglobin level is normal (at least 12 g/dL).
- You have low iron stores (ferritin below 50) but no severe inflammation (CRP below 25).
- You plan to live in the study area for more than 2 years.
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy during the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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