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1. Exercise (resistance and aerobic) promotes protein synthesis.
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<br/>2. Caloric and protein intake: muscle protein synthesis in response to food intake is blunted in the elderly.
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<br/>3. Vitamin D intake.
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<br/>4. Reduction in polypharmacy.


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