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  • Human Genetics and Epidemiology

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  • Sarcopenia, a geriatric syndrome, diminishes quality of life and increases health risks in older adults.
  • Understanding the influence of micronutrients on sarcopenia-related traits is crucial for public health interventions.

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  • To investigate the causal links between key micronutrients (magnesium, selenium, calcium, zinc, iron, phosphorus, omega-3 fatty acids) and sarcopenia-related traits.
  • To explore bidirectional relationships between these micronutrients and physical function indicators.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized a bidirectional two-sample Mendelian randomization (MR) analysis.
  • Employed data from fourteen genome-wide association studies (GWAS) focusing on five sarcopenia-related traits: hand grip strength, physical activity, walking ability, walking pace, and appendicular lean mass.
  • Analyzed single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) associated with nutrient levels and sarcopenia traits.

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  • Significant positive associations were found between zinc levels and moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) and usual walking pace.
  • Reverse MR analysis indicated a positive correlation between appendicular lean mass (ALM) and magnesium, and a negative correlation with omega-3 fatty acids.
  • No significant pleiotropy was detected, supporting the reliability of the identified associations.

Conclusions:

  • Magnesium, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids play important roles in maintaining muscle health and physical function in older adults.
  • These findings support the integration of these micronutrients into public health strategies to improve physical function and quality of life in the aging population.
  • Further validation across diverse populations is recommended.