Effects of Oral Iron Supplementation on Blood Iron Status in Athletes: A Systematic Review, Meta-Analysis and Meta-Regression of Randomized Controlled Trials
Anja Neža Šmid,
Petra Golja,
Vedran Hadžić
et al.
Abstract:Background
Iron deficiency in athletes is initially treated with a nutritional intervention. If negative iron balance persists, oral iron supplementation (OIS) can be used. Despite the recent proposal for a refinement of treatment strategies for iron-deficient athletes, there is no general consensus regarding the actual efficiency, dosage, or optimal regimen of OIS.
Objective
The aim of this meta-analysis was to evaluate to what extent OIS affects blood ir… Show more
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