Iron status in healthy pregnant women improved by the probiotic Probi FerroSorb® concept
Iron deficiency is the most common micronutrient deficiency and a global health problem. It is a very common challenge for women of childbearing age in general and especially for pregnant women. Therefore, many women start taking food supplements when they become pregnant. However, conventional high dose iron supplements commonly cause side effects like stomach pain and constipation. Thus, a more physiological approach for improving iron status is attractive when developing a new and safe product with clinical evidence.
The previously reported study on improved iron status in healthy
