Exploring the mediating role of telomere length in the association between physical activity and bone mineral density.

Xiang Zhao, Yinhui Shi, Mengling Tang

Department of orthopaedics, the Second Affiliated Hospital, Zhejiang University School of Medicine, Hangzhou, 310000, China. · pubmed

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Abstract

Physical activity may mitigate osteoporosis progression by modulating telomere shortening processes.

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Research summary

The paper claims that telomere length mediates the relationship between physical activity and bone mineral density. This research is relevant as it explores the biological mechanisms underlying aging processes, specifically telomere shortening, which is a key factor in cellular aging and longevity.

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