Relationship between plasma lipids and all - cause mortality in nondemented elderly
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A cohort study involving 2,227 nondemented elderly aged between 65-98 years, and residing in northern Manhattan to study the relationship between plasma lipids and risk of death fro mall causes indicates that low cholesterol level is robust predictor of mortality.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2005
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Effects of vitamin D supplementation on strength, physical function, and health perception in older, community-dwelling men
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The effect of vitamin D supplementation in healthier populations of men is investigated. Findings revealed that the 25-hydroxyvitamin D levels correlated with physical activity and physical performance in older.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2003
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