Preparation, Biological Activities, and Application of Plant Polysaccharide Iron Complexes: A Review
Shasha Dai,
Zitong Hao,
Yuchao Gao
et al.
Abstract:Iron is an essential trace element in the human body. Iron deficiency can lead to iron deficiency anemia (IDA) and induce various diseases. Hence, it is urgent to find an iron supplement with minimal side effects and good iron supplementation effect. Natural polysaccharides from plants have various biological activities such as antioxidant, hypoglycemic, immunomodulatory, etc. Increasing research has shown that polysaccharides modified with iron can enhance their biological activities. Among them, polysacchari… Show more
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