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    2020
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    Iron absorption from supplements is greater with alternate day than with consecutive day dosing in iron-deficient anemic women

    Stoffel NU, et al.

    Published in Haematologica

    Key Findings

    Alternate day dosing of oral iron supplements in anemic women may be preferable because it sharply increases FIA.

    Conclusions

    Alternate day dosing of oral iron supplements in anemic women may be preferable because it sharply increases FIA.

    Supplements Studied

    Iron
    Mineral

    Alternate day dosing of oral iron supplements in anemic women may be preferable because it sharply increases FIA.

    Outcomes Measured

    Iron Absorption

    Alternate day dosing of oral iron supplements in anemic women may be preferable because it sharply increases FIA.

    Related Health Concerns

    Pale Skin

    Study Details

    Year:2020
    Sample Size:19
    Duration:5 weeks
    Quality Score:7/10

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