Independent Effects of Vitamin D on Leukocyte Telomere Length and Activity: An RCT in Asian Indian Women With Prediabetes.

Surya Prakash Bhatt, Shivam Pandey, Anoop Misra

Fortis C-DOC, Centre of Excellence for Diabetes, Metabolic Diseases, and Endocrinology, New Delhi 110048, India.Fortis C-DOC, Centre of Excellence for Diabetes, Metabolic Diseases, and Endocrinology, New Delhi 110048, India. · pubmed

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Abstract

Prediabetes is increasing in India and progresses rapidly to type 2 diabetes. The impact of vitamin D3 supplementation on telomerase activity and leukocyte telomere length (LTL) among people with prediabetes has been poorly researched.

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Research summary

The paper investigates the effects of vitamin D3 supplementation on leukocyte telomere length and telomerase activity in women with prediabetes. This research is relevant as it explores potential interventions that may influence biological aging markers, specifically telomere length, which is associated with longevity and age-related diseases.

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