Effect of Iron Fortified Wheat Flour on Cognition and Iron Status in Indian School Children
Launched by ST. JOHN'S RESEARCH INSTITUTE · Aug 25, 2008
Trial Information
Current as of August 02, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Background: Iron (Fe) deficiency is a major cause of anemia in children. Fortification of wheat flour with NaFeEDTA, a highly bioavailable iron fortificant that protects Fe from the phytic acid present in wheat flour, could be a practical approach to addressing this problem.
Aims: To evaluate the efficacy of NaFeEDTA-fortified whole wheat flour in improving mental performance and reducing iron deficiency and improving body iron stores in urban, school going Indian children.
Methods: A randomized, double-blind, 7 month, school-based feeding trial was carried out in Bangalore, India. Iron-d...
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Children with depleted iron stores (serum ferritin \< 20 µg/L or iron deficiency serum transferrin receptor \>7.6 mg/L)
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Hb \< 8g/dl, any metabolic illness, use of medication, on iron supplementation
About St. John's Research Institute
St. John's Research Institute is a leading clinical research organization dedicated to advancing healthcare through innovative research and development. Affiliated with St. John's Medical College and Hospital in Bangalore, India, the institute focuses on a wide range of biomedical and clinical studies, emphasizing translational research that bridges the gap between laboratory discoveries and patient care. With a commitment to ethical practices and rigorous scientific standards, St. John's Research Institute collaborates with national and international partners to facilitate cutting-edge clinical trials, aiming to develop effective therapeutic solutions and improve health outcomes globally.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Sumithra Muthayya, PhD
Principal Investigator
St Johns Research Institute, Sarjapur Road, Bangalore
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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