Nutrients June 2019 PMID 31197107

Fat Soluble Vitamins in Institutionalized Elderly and the Effect of Exercise, Nutrition and Cognitive Training on Their Status-The Vienna Active Aging Study (VAAS): A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Bernhard Franzke, Barbara Schober-Halper, Marlene Hofmann, Stefan Oesen, Anela Tosevska, Eva-Maria Strasser, Rodrig Marculescu, Barbara Wessner, Karl-Heinz Wagner

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The discussions highlight concerns over vitamin D and antioxidant deficiencies in institutionalized elderly, with comments like 'vitamin D remains a challenge' and 'exercise alone may not be enough,' which showcase a cautious tone. The use of words like 'persistent' and 'limited' reflects awareness of the study's nuanced findings, while some expressions like 'needs more research' indicate recognition of ongoing debates in geriatric nutrition research.

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Most comments acknowledge the findings, with some emphasizing the persistent nutrient deficiencies in elderly populations and the limited impact of interventions, indicating moderate support and recognition of the study's conclusions.

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Discussions reflect a moderate level of curiosity, with users showing interest in the implications for elderly health and nutrition, but few delve deeply into methodological details.

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Posts mostly share perspectives or briefly comment on the importance of antioxidant intake and exercise, indicating some engagement but limited detailed analysis or critique.

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The overall influence appears moderate, with some users recognizing the importance of managing micronutrient levels but few discussions suggesting immediate or widespread impact.

Abstract in brief

The study investigated the levels of various fat-soluble vitamins and antioxidants in institutionalized elderly people, finding that many had insufficient levels, especially for vitamin D.
Over six months, resistance training, with or without supplements, did not significantly change the plasma levels of these micronutrients.
The results suggest that the exercise and supplementation interventions did not effectively improve the micronutrient status in this elderly population.]

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