The article gives an overview of phytic acid in food and of its significance for human nutrition.
It summarises phytate sources in foods and discusses problems of phytic acid/phytate …

Myo-inositol has been established as an important growth-promoting factor of mammalian
cells and animals. The role of myo-inositol as a lipotropic factor has been proven, in addition …

The present overview is intended to point the readers' attention to the important subject of
calcium orthophosphates. This type of materials is of special significance for human beings …

Epidemiology has improved our understanding and management of stone disease.
Epidemiologic studies, by quantifying patterns and burden of disease, have helped identify …

About 75% of seed total phosphorus (P) is found in a single compound, phytic acid (myo-
inositol-1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6-hexakisphosphate or InsP6). Phytic acid is not efficiently utilized by …

A twin study of genetic and dietary influences on nephrolithiasis: A report from the Vietnam
Era Twin (VET) Registry. Background Nephrolithiasis is a complex phenotype that is …

Introduction 3. The stone 4. The stone matrix 4.1. Morphology 4.2. Chemical Composition
4.2. 1. Glycosaminoglycans 4.2. 2. Proteins 4.2. 3. Lipids 5. Modulators of crystal formation …

The article offers information on various issues regarding dental calculus on root surfaces. It
says that calculus is composed of calcium phosphate mineral salts that is formed because of …

Background: Sialolithiasis is a common disease of salivary glands. The etiology of these
calculi is little known and their exact mechanism of formation is unknown. Methods: The …

The binding properties of phytates have caused them to be viewed traditionally as
antinutrients. However, recent research suggests that phytates may actually reduce the risks …