Researchers have developed an iron supplement that combines iron, probiotics, and prebiotics to treat anemia and protect gut health. Early animal studies show promise, with no gastrointestinal side effects reported.
October 20, 2025
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The Advanced Portfolio - Wiley
Breakthrough in Anemia Treatment
Scientists have created a new iron supplement that incorporates probiotics and prebiotics alongside traditional iron. The supplement is designed to restore iron levels without the common gastrointestinal issues linked to standard iron therapy.
Background
Iron deficiency anemia is widespread and often treated with oral iron, which many patients find difficult to tolerate due to nausea, constipation, and gut irritation.
Standard iron disrupts the balance of the gut microbiome, sometimes increasing inflammation and risk for pathogenic bacteria.
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The Advanced Portfolio - Wiley
How the Three-in-One Formula Works
Science Behind the Supplement
The new supplement blends iron with probiotics (beneficial bacteria) and prebiotics (fibers that nourish good bacteria).
Animal studies reported in Nature Communications and Frontiers in Nutrition show the supplement restores healthy hemoglobin and gut bacteria without noticeable side effects.
Industry and Research
Major companies such as Nestlé Health Science and Abbott are investing in synbiotic iron products.
Human clinical trials are limited but growing; early data is raising optimism among researchers.
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Science Daily
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