Evaluation of the Effects of an Exogenous Phytase on Iron Absorption From LNS Added to Complementary Foods

Inclusion Criteria: Reproductive age females 18-45 years * Normal body mass index (17.5-25 kg/m2) * No intake of mineral/vitamin supplements 2 weeks before and during the study * No metabolic or gastrointestinal disorders * No food allergies or other chronic disorders or eating disorders assessed by self-report * Having received full oral and written information about the aims and procedures of the study * Willing to comply with the study procedure * Having provided oral and written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Regular intake of medication (except oral contraceptives) * Blood donation or significant blood loss (accident, surgery) over the past 4 months * Currently participating in another clinical trial or having participated in another clinical trial during the last 30 days prior to the beginning of this study * Former participation in a study involving administration of iron stable isotopes * Subject who cannot be expected to comply with study protocol * Pregnancy or lactation