What is it about?
From an ancient method based on inserting nails into an apple, a new compound has been discovered. This compound is not known in the literature and can be used as a supplement for iron deficiency.
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Why is it important?
It is important because it could represent an alternative to conventional supplementation, without side effects during intake.
Perspectives
Use iron (II) citrate to supplement iron in low doses (1-2) mg due to its high bioavailability.
Prof. Daniele Naviglio
University of Naples Federico II
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This page is a summary of: Iron (II) Citrate Complex as a Food Supplement: Synthesis, Characterization and Complex Stability, Nutrients, November 2018, MDPI AG,
DOI: 10.3390/nu10111647.
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