Effect of Vitamin D3 on Changes in Muscle Mass in the Elderly in Nursing Homes: Double-Blind Controlled Randomized Trial
Prajna Adhityarani,
Diana Sunardi,
Esthika Dewiasty
Abstract:<div><table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"><tbody><tr><td align="left" valign="top"><p><em>The decline in muscle mass and strength begins at the age of 30 years by 40% within 30 years, then will decrease by 40% every ten years after the age of 60 years. Loss of muscle mass and strength in older people causes weakness and reduced muscle function, which can lead to a decrease in the ability to perform activities of daily living and an increased risk of fall… Show more
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