Daily omega-3 supplements, especially when combined with vitamin D and regular exercise, may help slow biological aging in older adults, according to a new study published in Nature Aging.
The research, conducted over a three-year period, found that taking 1 gram of omega-3 fatty acids daily reduced biological aging by up to four months.
- The study analyzed data from 777 participants aged 70 and above in the DO-HEALTH trial.
- Researchers used four different epigenetic clocks to measure biological aging at the molecular level.
- They found that omega-3 supplementation alone slowed aging across three of the four clocks.
- Researchers used four different epigenetic clocks to measure biological aging at the molecular level.
- They found that omega-3 supplementation alone slowed aging across three of the four clocks.
Key findings include:
1. Omega-3 supplements showed the most promising results in slowing biological aging.
2. The combination of omega-3, vitamin D (2,000 IU daily), and regular strength training (30 minutes, three times a week) proved even more effective.
3. The effects, while modest, could have significant long-term health benefits.
2. The combination of omega-3, vitamin D (2,000 IU daily), and regular strength training (30 minutes, three times a week) proved even more effective.
3. The effects, while modest, could have significant long-term health benefits.
Dr. Heike Bischoff-Ferrari, one of the study's authors, noted that these interventions work through different mechanisms that complement each other, resulting in a heightened overall effect.
While the reduction in biological aging may seem small, researchers emphasize that even minor changes could have meaningful public health implications, potentially lowering the risk of age-related conditions and improving overall well-being in older adults.
This study adds to the growing body of evidence supporting the potential anti-aging benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, which have previously been linked to reduced inflammation, improved brain function, and better cardiovascular health.
As research in this field continues, these findings suggest that incorporating omega-3 supplements, vitamin D, and regular exercise into one's routine may be a promising strategy for promoting healthy aging.
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