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''Bone marrow'' (or "medulla ossea") is the tissue comprising the center of large s, Red Blood Cell s (erythrocytes), and Platelets (thrombocytes). The tissue of bone marrow, where Pluripotential Hemopoietic Stem Cells form, is called "myeloid tissue". "Long bones" are tubular in structure, and the hollow middle is filled with yellow marrow. While the majority of long bones are formed of cortical ("compact") material; at the ends are the Epiphysis , which are generally composed of Cancellous ("spongy") material and red marrow. BONE MARROW AS A FOOD Though once used in various preparations, including Pemmican , bone marrow has fallen out of favor as a food. Now, it is commonly used only as a flavoring for soups and sauces, although dishes with intact bone marrow can still be found in some European restaurants. Bone marrow is a source of Protein and high in Monounsaturated Fats . These fats are known to decrease LDL Cholesterol levels. Some believe this results in a reduced risk of Coronary Heart Disease , prompting them to make bone marrow a Dietary Staple . The actual health effects of the addition of bone marrow to the diet remain unknown. SEE ALSO
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