Searching for enhanced iron fortification of formula milk via nanoparticles and Isotope Pattern Deconvolution

Nanoparticles (NPs) of 57Fe(III) oxo-hydroxide have been investigated for formula milk iron fortification. The body iron status of lactating rats was evaluated by analyzing iron content in all iron compartments (functional, transport and storage). Results were compared with a non‑iron fortified rat group (NF) and a rat group fortified with FeSO4.