Understanding the Protective Effect of Phytate in Bone Decalcification Related-Diseases

Myo-inositol hexaphosphate (phytate; IP6) is a natural compound that is abundant in cereals, legumes, and nuts, and it can bind to crystal surfaces and disturb crystal development, acting as crystallization inhibitor. The adsorption of such inhibitors to crystal faces can also inhibit crystal dissol...

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Main Authors: Pilar Sanchis, Ángel-Arturo López-González, Antonia Costa-Bauzá, Carla Busquets-Cortés, Pere Riutord, Paula Calvo, Felix Grases
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-08-01
Series:Nutrients
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/8/2859