Minerals and Sarcopenia; The Role of Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Selenium, Sodium, and Zinc on Muscle Mass, Muscle Strength, and Physical Performance in Older Adults: A Systematic Review.
Published 2018 · C. van Dronkelaar, A. van Velzen, M. Abdelrazek
Journal of the American Medical Directors Association
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Study Snapshot
Key takeawayMagnesium, selenium, and calcium may help prevent and treat sarcopenia in older adults, but more randomized controlled trials are needed to confirm these findings.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
OutcomesBody Mass Index projections
ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.