12. The benefits of exercise in older adults.

Espresso Knowledge Shots

Oct 28, 2023•4 min•Season 1Ep. 12

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Episode description

In this episode, find a summary that delves into three pivotal papers that elucidate the multifaceted benefits of exercise, covering its molecular benefits, its effects on body composition in older Hispanics with type 2 diabetes, and its potential as a treatment for depression in seniors.

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References:

1. Guan Y, Yan Z. Molecular mechanisms of exercise and healthspan. Cells. 2022 Mar 3;11(5):872.

Link: https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4409/11/5/872

2. Vieira ER, Cavalcanti FA, Civitella F, Hollifield M, Caceres S, Carreno J, Gaillard T, Huffman FG, Mora JC, Queiroga MR. Effects of exercise and diet on body composition and physical function in older Hispanics with type 2 diabetes. International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health. 2021 Jul 29;18(15):8019.

Link: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8345658/

3. López-Torres Hidalgo J. Effectiveness of physical exercise in the treatment of depression in older adults as an alternative to antidepressant drugs in primary care. BMC psychiatry. 2019 Dec;19(1):1-7.

Link: https://bmcpsychiatry.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12888-018-1982-6

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