meta_analysis
    2017
    High Quality

    Lactoferrin or ferrous salts for iron deficiency anemia in pregnancy: A meta-analysis of randomized trials

    Abu Hashim H, Foda O, Ghayaty E

    Published in European Journal of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Reproductive Biology

    Key Findings

    Oral bovine lactoferrin raised haemoglobin and serum ferritin comparably to ferrous salts with fewer gastrointestinal side effects.

    Conclusions

    A better-tolerated alternative to ferrous salts in pregnancy anaemia.

    Limitations

    Small trials, mostly from one region.

    Supplements Studied

    Lactoferrin
    Compound

    Oral lactoferrin achieved comparable haemoglobin and ferritin gains to ferrous salts with significantly fewer gastrointestinal adverse effects.

    Outcomes Measured

    Iron Absorption

    Oral lactoferrin raised haemoglobin and serum ferritin comparably to ferrous salts.

    Related Health Concerns

    Anemia
    Pale Skin
    Iron Deficiency

    Study Details

    Year:2017
    Sample Size:920
    Quality Score:7/10

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