The effects of oral iron supplementation on cognition in older children and adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>In observational studies anaemia and iron deficiency are associated with cognitive deficits, suggesting that iron supplementation may improve cognitive function. However, due to the potential for confounding by socio-economic status...

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Main Authors: Fairweather-Tait Susan, Curtis Peter, Abdelhamid Asmaa, Falkingham Martin, Dye Louise, Hooper Lee
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-01-01
Series:Nutrition Journal
Online Access:http://www.nutritionj.com/content/9/1/4