Human iron absorption from lentil
Lead Investigator(s)
Dr. Diane DellaValle
Lead Investigator(s) Institution
USDA-ARS, Robert W Holley Centre for Agriculture and Health, Cornell University
Objective
To characterize the iron (Fe) absorption from a test meal of intrinsically-labeled 57 Fe lentils. To compare the bioavailability of Fe from 57 Fe-intrinsically-labeled lentils to that observed for a reference dose of 58Fe as ferrous sulfate. To assess associations between Fe absorption from each meal and iron status indicators.
Outcome
Iron absorption from the lentil meal was low overall, but was upregulated in women with poor iron status.
Health
SPG Contribution
$48,230.00
Project Status
Complete
Duration/Timeline of Project (Year to Year)
2013 - 2014