Balancing omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids in ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTF)
Ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTFs) are a key component of a life-saving treatment for young children who present with uncomplicated severe acute malnutrition in resource limited settings. Increasing recognition of the role of balanced dietary omega-6 and omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA...
Main Authors: | Brenna, J. (Author), Akomo, P. (Author), Bahwere, P. (Author), Berkley, J. (Author), Calder, P.C (Author), Jones, K. (Author), Liu, L. (Author), Manary, M. (Author), Trehan, I. (Author), Briend, A. (Author) |
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Language: | English |
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2015-05-15.
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