April 2021 PMID 32690432

Genetically predicted iron status and life expectancy.

Iyas Daghlas, Dipender Gill

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Peak: 2 in Sep 2021
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What people are saying

The discussions highlight agreement with the study’s implications, as seen in phrases like 'may reduce life expectancy' and strong support for the research. Engagement is reflected in users discussing the broader impact of iron on health and lifespan, using words like 'predicts' and 'may,' which indicate thoughtful consideration of the findings and their importance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge and support the findings that higher genetically predicted iron levels may shorten lifespan, reflecting general agreement with the study’s implications.

InterestModerate interest

Participants display a moderate level of curiosity, with some engaging in discussions about potential health impacts and implications for nutrition and supplementation.

EngagementModerate engagement

There is active engagement through sharing summaries, emphasizing the significance of the research, and discussing its effects on health practices, indicating thoughtful involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

The conversations suggest this research could influence how we think about iron supplementation and dietary choices, implying meaningful potential impacts on health guidelines.

Abstract in brief

  • The study used genetic data to assess how increased iron levels might affect overall lifespan, finding that higher genetically predicted iron is linked to a reduced life expectancy.
  • Specifically, a 1 standard deviation increase in iron was associated with about 0.7 fewer years of parental lifespan and lower odds of surviving to the 90th percentile age.
  • The findings suggest that higher systemic iron status could negatively impact lifespan, highlighting the need for further research on iron supplementation, especially in people with normal iron levels.

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@NanciGuestRDPhD @theproof @ScepticalDoctor @FusionProgGuy @Veganella_ @dr_cois @drmatthewnagra @GardnerPhD A Mendelian Randomization study showed that genetically-proxied higher iron status predicts shorter life expectancy

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Andreea Nitescu RD MSc
@AndreeaNRD · X

@NanciGuestRDPhD @theproof @ScepticalDoctor @FusionProgGuy @Veganella_ @dr_cois @drmatthewnagra @GardnerPhD A Mendelian Randomization study showed that genetically-proxied higher iron status predicts shorter life expectancy

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Carlos Colmenero
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RT @Orlando_uy: Genetically predicted iron status and life expectancy. Higher systemic iron status may reduce life expectancy. https://t.…

Feb 18, 2022 · 1 share · 77 followers View post →
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Genetically predicted iron status and life expectancy. Higher systemic iron status may reduce life expectancy. https://t.co/R2KwzwbOPE

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