Journal ArticleThe journal of nutrition, health & aging·Graded and published ·Last edited
Low Vitamin D Linked to Muscle Loss, Especially in People With Diabetes
Graded Moderate — observational analysis of 7,520 older adults in two national cohorts, though it cannot show cause and supplementation was tested only in rats.
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Key Insight
This study suggests checking vitamin D status may matter more for older adults with diabetes.
In a study of over 7,500 older adults, low vitamin D was tied to higher odds of sarcopenia (age-related muscle loss). The link was stronger in those with diabetes. In aged diabetic rats, vitamin D3 supplements improved muscle strength and reduced fat buildup inside muscle fibers.
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