Aging and the effects of vitamins and supplements.

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Clinics in geriatric medicine

Abstract

Vitamin supplements are commonly consumed by elderly patients. This article reviews the evidence behind vitamin supplementation in preventing disease states common in older age, with an emphasis on randomized controlled trials. In addition to vitamins, some commonly used supplements, such as ginkgo, DHEA, and omega-3 fatty acids, are also discussed.

First Page

591

Last Page

607

DOI

10.1016/j.cger.2011.07.006

Publication Date

11-1-2011

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