Iron-Rich Snack Intervention for Anemia in Adolescent Girls

Sex: Female

Ages: 16 Years – 18 Years

Healthy volunteers: No

Phase: NA

Enrollment: 100

Sponsor: University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore - Pakistan

Location: University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences Lahore Punjab Province

Summary

This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of iron-rich snacks in combating anemia among adolescent girls. The study will involve 100 girls aged 16-18 years with mild anemia (Hb 11-11.9 g/dL), randomly divided into an intervention group and a control group. The intervention group will consume two 25-g iron-rich bars daily for 12 weeks, while the control group will continue their regular diet. Hemoglobin and anemia status will be assessed to determine the effectiveness of the intervention. Data will be analyzed using SPSS, with p ≤ 0.05 considered statistically significant.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria: * Adolescent girls aged 16-18 years * Have mild iron deficiency anemia (Hb=11-11.9g/dl) * Enrolled in selected colleges in Lahore * Willing to participate for 3 months * Available for baseline and post-intervention assessment Exclusion Criteria: * Moderate and severe iron deficiency anemia requiring medical treatment * Currently taking iron supplements * Allergy to ingredients in iron rich balls * Having chronic GIT disorders * Pregnant or lactating

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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NCT07798440). StuddyBuddy aggregates publicly available trial information.