Effect of vitamin D, omega-3 supplementation, or a home exercise program on muscle mass and sarcopenia: DO-HEALTH trial.

Anna K Eggimann, Caroline de Godoi Rezende Costa Molino, Gregor Freystaetter, Bruno Vellas, John A Kanis, René Rizzoli, Reto W Kressig, Gabriele Armbrecht, José A P Da Silva, Bess Dawson-Hughes, Wei Lang, Michael Gagesch, Andreas Egli, Heike A Bischoff-Ferrari

Center on Aging and Mobility, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland.Center on Aging and Mobility, University of Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland. · pubmed

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Abstract

We aimed to investigate the effect of daily supplemental vitamin D, omega-3s, and a thrice-weekly home exercise program, alone or in combination, on change of appendicular lean muscle mass index (ALMI) and incident sarcopenia in older adults.

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Research summary

The paper investigates the effects of vitamin D, omega-3 supplementation, and exercise on muscle mass and sarcopenia in older adults, which are important factors in the aging process. While it addresses aspects of physical health that can influence longevity, the focus is more on symptom management rather than addressing the root causes of aging. Thus, it contributes solid research but has limited impact on the broader field of longevity research.

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