<h1>Yeast-derived protein boosts calcium absorption, bone structure, collagen, and strength in rat models on varied diets</h1> A biotechnology company reported preclinical research, conducted with a university partner and published in a peer-reviewed journal, showing a yeast protein product enhances calcium absorption and improves bone metrics in rat models on normal and calcium-deficient diets. Findings included increased intestinal calcium chelation and slow-release absorption, higher serum calcium with co-supplementation, improved cortical and trabecular bone structure, greater bone collagen and biomechanical strength, and elevated bone formation markers (BALP, BGP, PINP). Yeast protein formulations also improved intestinal morphology and absorption parameters versus calcium alone. Researchers plan further studies on gut microbiota interactions, molecular mechanisms, and clinical outcomes.