Vitamin D in sarcopenia: Understanding its role in pathogenesis, prevention and treatment

Publication date: Available online 4 January 2016 Source:European Geriatric Medicine Author(s): G. Arik, Z. Ulger Vitamin D has a well-known critical role in calcium and bone homeostasis. In recent years, there has been an increased interest in the potential regulatory role of vitamin D on metabolic pathways implicated in muscle functions. Evidence coming from epidemiologic studies has demonstrated that poor vitamin D status is associated with worse muscle functions. However, whether vitamin D deficiency and supplementation has a role on sarcopenia is not fully known. This review will focus on current knowledge and emerging data regarding the role of vitamin D in muscle functions and sarcopenia.
Source: European Geriatric Medicine - Category: Geriatrics Source Type: research