Vitamin D Deficiency Exacerbates d-Galactose-Induced Intestinal Barrier Dysfunction in a Murine Model of Intestinal Aging.

Xin Feng, Junzhu Li, Yiwei Meng, Yizhi Jing, Haidong Qian, Wanxiang Zhang, Ruichen Liu, Dong Wang, Weiguo Zhang, Yanling Hao, Dan Gan, Wenbiao Shi

College of Food Science and Nutritional Engineering, China Agricultural University, Beijing 100083, China. · pubmed

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Abstract

Vitamin D deficiency is prevalent in the elderly population. The molecular mechanisms by which vitamin D influences the intestinal function in aging remain poorly understood. To address this, a 16 week dietary intervention using a vitamin D

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Research summary

Vitamin D deficiency exacerbates intestinal barrier dysfunction in aging. This study addresses the role of vitamin D in the context of aging and its potential impact on intestinal health, which is relevant to understanding mechanisms that could influence longevity.

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