Moose Offer Arthritis Clues

Written by Pat's Papers | Tuesday, 17 August 2010 9:30 AM

Arthritis sufferers have a herd of moose to thank for some valuable information about their aches and pains. The New York Times says an “extraordinary 50-year research project” showed that many moose have arthritis and that the condition is linked to poor nutrition. Researchers say the findings indicate that poor childhood nutrition could be to blame for the one in seven American adults who suffer from osteoarthritis. Because nutrients shape the formation of bones, some experts believe early eating habits are a better indication of arthritis than obesity later in life.

More about the study from Michigan Tech University

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