Iron-fortified food composition
AssigneeSociete des Produits Nestle S.A.
InventorsNicola Galaffu, Rachid Bel-Rhlid, Edwin Alberto Habeych Narvaez, Sylvie Joelle Merinat, Brigitte Rey
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Abstract
The present invention relates to compositions for fortifying food and/or beverages with iron. More specifically, the present invention relates to compositions comprising Fe(III), phytic acid, a hydrolysed protein and an acidity regulator, which provide stable and soluble sources of iron for fortifying food and/or beverages.
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A method of treatment or prevention of Iron Deficiency Anaemia (IDA) in an individual in need thereof, the method comprising administering a composition comprising a complex to the individual, the complex comprising Fe(III), phytic acid, hydrolysed protein and an acidity regulator.
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