This webinar, led by Prof. Michael Bruce Zimmermann, Professor of Human Nutrition, examines current and emerging strategies for improving iron absorption and addressing the limitations of supplementation. Topics include the efficacy and drawbacks of existing supplementation approaches, biological mechanisms involved in iron absorption, and the impact of non-absorbed iron.

The session also highlights nutritional enhancers such as iron salts, prebiotics, and vitamin C synergies (e.g., KIF, Ferric) that support better iron bioavailability and storage. Emphasis is placed on advancing formulation science to reduce adverse effects while increasing effectiveness.

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Part 1: Nourishing futures: The challenges and significance of nutrition in toddlerhood

Part 2: Iron deficiency and its impact on the developing brain