O'Quinn, P.R.Koo, S.I.Noh, S.K.Nelssen, Jim L.Goodband, Robert D.Tokach, Michael D.2010-02-182010-02-182010-02-18http://hdl.handle.net/2097/2652A trial was conducted to evaluate the effects of modified tall oil (MTO) on growth and body composition of adult ovariectomized rats. This trial was targeted as a model for postmenopausal women; thus, only data applicable to swine production are presented herein. Feeding MTO decreased adiposity, increased concentrations of certain lipids in tissues, increased vitamin E (octocopherol) levels in the adipose, and increased actual lean content. These data lend support to the carcass leanness and meat quality improvements routinely seen in swine from feeding MTO.SwineRatsModified tall oilVitamin EConjugated linoleic acidConference paper