Iron supplementation and aerobic capacity in iron-depleted women: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Pasricha SR, Low M, Thompson J, Farrell A, De-Regil LM
Published in Journal of Nutrition
Methodology
Meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of iron supplementation on maximal and submaximal exercise performance in iron-deficient women.
Key Findings
Iron supplementation improved maximal oxygen uptake and exercise efficiency in iron-deficient participants.
Conclusions
Correcting iron deficiency restores oxygen transport and utilization.
Limitations
No benefit expected in iron-replete individuals.
Supplements Studied
Iron supplementation improved maximal oxygen uptake and exercise efficiency in iron-deficient participants
Outcomes Measured
Iron supplementation improved maximal oxygen uptake and exercise efficiency in iron-deficient participants
Study Details
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