Dietary n-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids From Fish Are Associated With Better Healthy Aging Indicators: Results of the DIAPELH Study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Promoting healthy aging is a public health goal, especially in regions with a high proportion of older adults, such as Greece. This cross-sectional study investigated the association of fish n-3 PUFA intake with indicators of healthy aging among older Greek Peloponnesian adults.

Methods

In total, 449 individuals > 60 years of age were enroled. Sociodemographic, anthropometrical, medical, mobility, balance, lifestyle, dietary, cognitive and mental characteristics were assessed through validated questionnaires and procedures.

Results

Analyses revealed that n-3 PUFA intake was associated with fewer depression symptoms (p < 0.001), higher cognition levels (p = 0.012) and levels of healthy aging (p < 0.001), derived from Successful Aging Index (SAI). In parall

SUBMITTER: Foscolou A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12641236 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Dec

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature