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Filter by:Serum and fecal samples were collected from infants at either 6-7 m of age or 12-13 m of age. Serum and feces were analyzed locally for hemoglobin status or evidence of parasites, and standard of care was provided. Excess serum was transported to UC Davis for metabolomics analysis and the University of Hohenheim for iron status assessment and measurement of inflammatory markers. Fecal samples were transported to UC Davis for measurement of the microbiome structure and function.
The purpose of this study is to determine whether single doses of the prebiotic galacto-oligosaccharide (GOS) added to iron-fortified meals with micronutrient powders increase iron absorption compared to a 3 weeks pre-feeding of GOS.
Food fortification has shown to be efficacious to alleviate the burden of micronutrient deficiencies. Ensuring the bioavailability of iron and maintaining the sensory quality and stability of the fortified food and other added micronutrients remains a challenge. Soluble iron compounds cause minor organoleptic changes in foods but their bioavailability in man is rather low. Water-soluble iron compounds, such as ferrous sulphate (FeSO4), are the compounds in which the iron is most bioavailable; however, they often cause unfavorable sensory changes. Encapsulation of iron has excellent potential for overcoming unwanted sensory changes and iodine losses in salt, while maintaining acceptable bioavailability. In the present project, we would like to investigate the iron bioavailability from a new formulation of encapsulated iron sulphate based on hyaluronic acid (HA) and a polymer from the eudragit family.
Rationale: According to the WHO, iron deficiency is still the most common and widespread nutritional disorder in the world. Current iron supplements have limitations in terms of bioavailability and tolerability. Prebiotic fibers, such as galacto-oligosaccharides (GOS), selectively enhance growth of beneficial colonic bacteria. Prebiotics in general enhance the production of short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) and thereby decrease luminal pH. Through the reduction in colonic pH, prebiotics can enhance absorption of minerals such as calcium and magnesium and they have been proposed to potentially improve iron absorption as well. The primary objective of this study is to investigate the effect of an addition of GOS to an iron supplement on iron absorption in iron deplete, healthy, normal weight women.
To obtain up-to-date data on nutrient intakes in adults, a national dietary survey - the EU Menu study will be conducted during 12 consecutive months in 2017/2018, providing data on the consumption of foods and enabling the assessment of energy and macronutrient intakes. Participating subjects will be invited to NUTRIHEALTH study for assessment for micronutrient status (focusing into vitamin D, folic acid, vitamin B12, and iron) and medical examination, in which thyroid size will be aslo measured, to investigated thyroid epidemiology in Slovenia.
This analysis describes the distribution of TBI and the prevalence of iron deficiency (ID) and iron deficiency anemia (IDA) among toddlers, non-pregnant women, and pregnant women.
ZnPP is being build in the case of a functional iron deficiency. Zinc instead of iron is implemented into protoporphyrin IX. This ZincProtoporphyrin (ZnPP) can be detected non invasively. Non invasive and invasive optical measurement of ZnPP will be compared. Additionally ZnPP measurements will be compared to other iron deficiency parameters for validation by the investigators.
This study aims to examine iron deficiency symptoms and biochemical iron status based on hemoglobin, hematocrit, ferritin, and total iron binding capacity in menstruating females.
This study evaluates the safety, tolerability, and activity of BioFe in the dietary management of iron deficiency in adults.
The objective of the study is to assess the acceptability, feasibility, and barriers to Lucky Iron Fish™ (LIF) utilization among families with young children in a Latin American community with a high prevalence of iron deficiency and iron-deficiency anemia.