The complementary effect of saffron and ginger on reducing lead and oxidative stress levels.

Investigating the Simultaneous Effects of Saffron and Ginger Supplementation on Blood Lead Levels and Oxidative Stress

Status

Active, not recruiting

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Interventional

Source

IRCT

Registry ID

IRCT20260520069457N1

Enrollment

Registered

2026-05-26

Start date

2026-06-22

Completion date

Unknown

Last updated

2026-06-01

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Conditions

Increase in blood lead levels in exposed individuals.

Interventions

Intervention 1: First Intervention Group: Receiving saffron supplement, in this group, saffron supplement will be administered as 2 capsules per day, each containing 25 mg, for a duration of 12 weeks.

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

All

Age

20 Years to 55 Years

Inclusion criteria

Inclusion criteria: Having a job history Being in good general health Not consuming alcohol or drugs Not taking specific medications

Exclusion criteria

Exclusion criteria: Severe side effects Discontinuation of study participation Changes in job conditions Alcohol or drug use

Design outcomes

Primary

Measure	Time frame
Blood lead levels. Timepoint: 3 months after supplement prescription. Method of measurement: Measurement of blood lead level using atomic absorption spectrophotometry.;And oxidative stress factors. Timepoint: 3 months after supplement prescription. Method of measurement: and assessment of oxidative stress factors by assay kits.	—

Countries

Iran (Islamic Republic of)

Contacts

Public ContactMohammad Reza Khaksar

Ghoum University of Medical Sciences

mrkhaksar@muq.ac.ir+98 25 3773 6017

Outcome results

None listed

Source: IRCT (via WHO ICTRP) · Data processed: Jun 11, 2026