Vitamin D and Omega-3s bolster health in some active older people

(University of Zurich) The DO-HEALTH study led by Zurich-based geriatrician Professor Heike Bischoff-Ferrari has examined the effects of simple measures on the health of healthy adults aged 70 or older. Initial analyses suggest that vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids and strength-training exercises do not significantly improve bone health, leg function and memory. Nevertheless, certain groups of people could still benefit from these measures.
Source: EurekAlert! - Infectious and Emerging Diseases - Category: Infectious Diseases Source Type: news