Reducing Pup Litter Size Alters Early Postnatal Calcium Homeostasis and Programs Adverse Adult Cardiovascular and Bone Health in Male Rats

Reducing Pup Litter Size Alters Early Postnatal Calcium Homeostasis and Programs Adverse Adult Cardiovascular and Bone Health in Male Rats

The in utero and early postnatal environments play essential roles in offspring growth and development. Standardizing or reducing pup litter size can independently compromise long-term health likely due to altered milk quality, thus limiting translational potential. This study investigated the effec...

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Main Authors: Jessica F. Briffa, Rachael O’Dowd, Tania Romano, Beverly S. Muhlhausler, Karen M. Moritz, Mary E. Wlodek
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2019-01-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
reduced litter size
postnatal calcium homeostasis
adult bone health
milk composition
Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/11/1/118

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