Differential effects of EPA and DHA on aging-related sarcopenia in mice and possible mechanisms involved
Zi‐Jian Wu, Yingchao Li, Yan Zheng, Meng‐Qing Zhou, Hui Li, Shi-Xiang Wu, Xinyue Zhao, Yuhong Yang, Lei Du
Abstract
EPA has a better anti-sarcopenia effect than DHA in aged mice, and the reason might be due to its superior capability of attenuating mitochondrial dysfunction in skeletal muscle.
Topics & Concepts
SarcopeniaDifferential effectsDifferential (mechanical device)ChemistryPharmacologyNeuroscienceMedicineBiologyEndocrinologyEngineeringAerospace engineeringMuscle Physiology and DisordersAdipose Tissue and MetabolismNutrition and Health in Aging