Dietary docosahexaenoic acid contributes to increased bone mineral accretion and strength in young female Sprague-Dawley rats

Osteoporosis, known as the most prevalent bone disorder in the world, is characterized by low bone mass, microarchitectural deterioration of bone tissue and decreased bone strength [1]. An imbalance in bone homeostasis, either from an increase in bone resorption and/or a decrease in bone formation results in bone loss [2], which increases the risk of fracture with an inevitable increased financial burden for healthcare systems [3]. Based on 2000 census data, the prevalence of osteoporosis is estimated to increase from ∼10 million to>14 million people in 2020 in the United States [4].
Source: Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids - Category: Biomedical Science Authors: Source Type: research