The Effects of Annatto Tocotrienol on Bone Biomechanical Strength and Bone Calcium Content in an Animal Model of Osteoporosis Due to Testosterone Deficiency

The Effects of Annatto Tocotrienol on Bone Biomechanical Strength and Bone Calcium Content in an Animal Model of Osteoporosis Due to Testosterone Deficiency

Osteoporosis reduces the skeletal strength and increases the risk for fracture. It is an underdiagnosed disease in men. Annatto tocotrienol has been shown to improve bone structural indices and increase expression of bone formation genes in orchidectomized rats. This study aimed to evaluate the effe...

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Main Authors: Kok-Yong Chin, Dhivakaran Gengatharan, Fadlin Sakina Mohd Nasru, Rehan Amalia Khairussam, Sherlyn Lai Hui Ern, Siti Aina Wahidah Aminuddin, Soelaiman Ima-Nirwana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2016-12-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
antioxidant
calcium
orchidectomy
phosphate
vitamin E
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/8/12/808

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