Serum uric acid is positively associated with muscle strength in older men and women: Findings from NHANES 1999-2002.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.clnu.2020.12.043
Abstract: BACKGROUND One of the causes of strength loss in older adults is the increased oxidative stress; thus, substances with antioxidants properties may have protective effects on muscle strength. Uric acid (UA) is an important antioxidant… read more here.
Keywords: strength; muscle strength; strength older; associated muscle ... See more keywords
Handgrip strength in older adults and driving aptitude
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DOI: 10.1590/0034-7167-2021-0729
Abstract: ABSTRACT Objective: to analyze handgrip strength as a predictor of the inability to drive in older adults. Method: a cross-sectional study conducted in traffic clinics with 421 older adults in Curitiba-Paraná from January 2015 to… read more here.
Keywords: strength; strength older; older adults; adults driving ... See more keywords