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, Akomo, P, Bahwere, P, Berkley, J, Calder, P, Jones, K, Liu, L, Manary, M, Trehan, I, Briend, A |
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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BioMed Central
2015
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