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Carotenoids are symmetrical tetraprenoid units consisting of highly unsaturated liner C40 hydrocarbon chains as key structural element. Epidemiological studies suggest a direct relationship with higher ingestion of carotenoids containing foods and reduced chances of osteoporosis. Bone remodeling is continuous process controlled by osteoclasts and osteoblasts. The inequality in bone remolding leads to osteoporosis. Osteoporosis decreases bone mass and transformation in bone configuration. Oxidative stress induces apoptosis of osteocytes and osteoblasts and escalates osteoclastogenesis leading to bone resorption. Lot of studies suggest potential capacity of carotenoids in inhibiting bone loss by reducing oxidative stress. The chapter discusses their mechanics and kinetics in various bone disorders and describes various limitations in the cure and avoidance of bone diseases.
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Zia-Ul-Haq, M., Riaz, M., Modhi, A.O. (2021). Carotenoids and Bone Health. In: Zia-Ul-Haq, M., Dewanjee, S., Riaz, M. (eds) Carotenoids: Structure and Function in the Human Body. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-46459-2_21
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