Effect of Cow's Milk Kefir on Short Chain Fatty Acid (SCFA), Haemoglobin, and Ferritin Levels of Anemic Adolescent Girls

Launched by LUSYANA GLORIA DOLOKSARIBU · May 2, 2025

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying the effects of cow's milk kefir on young girls who have mild to moderate iron deficiency anemia. Anemia is a condition where you don't have enough healthy red blood cells, and it can lead to fatigue and weakness. The trial involves adolescent girls aged 15 to 18 who have been diagnosed with this condition. Participants will be randomly assigned to two groups: one group will drink cow's milk kefir daily along with a blood supplement, while the other group will drink regular cow's milk with the same supplement for two months.

Eligible participants are those who have a normal menstrual cycle and show signs of mild to moderate anemia. However, girls with certain blood disorders, those taking other supplements or antibiotics recently, or those who are lactose intolerant will not be included. Throughout the study, researchers will measure levels of important nutrients in the blood and the gut to see if cow's milk kefir can help improve the girls' health and reduce anemia. This study is a step towards finding better ways to manage anemia in young girls, especially in places where it's a common issue.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Adolescent girls aged 15-18 years
• • Have a mild and moderate degree of anemia (Hb 8-11.9 g/dl)
• • Have a normal menstrual cycle and duration
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Suffering from thalassemia, hemosiderosis, blood cancer, and malaria, based on the doctor's diagnosis in the last 3 months
• • Taking supplements other than TTD
• • Taking antibiotics in the last 3 months
• • Suffering from lactose intolerance through interviews