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Healthier, Stronger Bones  May 29, 2010 | 40,761 views Share
This Article Share  omega 3Increased intake of omega-3 fats, and
DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) in particular, increases bone mineral
content and produces healthier, stronger bones -- at least
according to the results of a study with rats.  The findings did
not extend to EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid), however.  Researchers
used dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry to assess bone mineral
content in the rats.  However, the omega-3 fat EPA also has its
proponents in this regard, according to NutraIngredients:
“Scientists from NASA recently reported in the Journal of Bone
and Mineral Research that the omega-3 EPA may protect against
bone loss during space flight, a result that challenges the [rat
study] data.”   Dr. Mercola's Comments:  If you needed yet
another reason for getting enough omega-3s into your diet, you
can now add improved bone health to your list.  According to
this latest study publishe