The associations of n-3 fatty acid intake with handgrip strength and muscle mass indices in older adults: A cross-sectional study from UK Biobank.

Abdulrahman T Alsowail, Marion T Guerrero Wyss, Frederick K Ho, Carlos Celis-Morales, Stuart R Gray

School of Cardiovascular and Metabolic Health, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK; Physical Therapy Department, Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, Taibah University, Madinah, Saudi Arabia. Electronic address: [email protected]. · pubmed

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Abstract

To investigate the associations of n-3 fatty acid intake with handgrip strength and muscle mass indices in older adults. A secondary aim was to investigate whether these associations differed by physical activity status.

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Research summary

The study investigates the relationship between n-3 fatty acid intake and muscle strength and mass in older adults, which is pertinent to aging and maintaining physical function in the elderly. However, while it contributes to understanding dietary influences on muscle health, it does not address root causes of aging or lifespan extension directly. The findings may be useful but are more of a solid research contribution rather than a significant advancement in the field of longevity.

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