Cardiorespiratory Fitness, Body Composition, Diabetes, and Longevity: A 2-Sample Mendelian Randomization Study.

Alisa D Kjaergaard, Christina Ellervik, Niels Jessen, Sarah J Lessard

Steno Diabetes Center Aarhus, Aarhus University Hospital, 8200 Aarhus, Denmark. · pubmed

Abstract

Cardiorespiratory fitness, commonly assessed as maximal volume of oxygen consumption (VO2max), has emerged as an important predictor of morbidity and mortality.

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Research summary

The paper claims that cardiorespiratory fitness and body composition are linked to longevity through a Mendelian randomization approach. This study is relevant as it explores factors that may influence longevity, addressing potential root causes related to aging rather than merely treating age-related diseases.

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