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Peer review
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This perspective review examines the synergistic role of diet and exercise in promoting healthy aging, preventing malnutrition, and improving physical and cognitive function. It explores optimal protein intake, essential nutrient supplementation (like omega-3, vitamin D), multicomponent training, and the gut microbiota’s role. The review emphasizes personalized approaches based on sex differences, comorbidities, and microbiota profiles. It also provides condition-specific recommendations (e.g., for sarcopenia, frailty, osteoporosis). The paper calls for integrated strategies combining nutrition and physical activity to maximize well-being in older adults.
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