Effect of pumpkin enriched with calcium lactate on iron status in an animal model of postmenopausal osteoporosis
The homeostasis of calcium (Ca) and iron (Fe) is disturbed during menopause. The present study aimed to determine the effects of Ca-enriched pumpkin on Fe status in ovariectomized rats. A total of 48 female Wistar rats were divided into six groups. One group was fed a standard diet (C), while the ot...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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De Gruyter
2023-04-01
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Series: | Open Chemistry |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1515/chem-2022-0314 |