A recent study indicates that daily multivitamin supplementation could potentially slow biological aging. Researchers analyzed data from nearly 1,000 participants in the COSMO Study, with a mean age of around 70. The findings revealed that daily multivitamin intake reduced the rate of increase in second-generation epigenetic clocks compared to a placebo.
Epigenetic aging involves biochemical processes influencing gene expression without altering DNA. While the observed protective effect over two years was small, it was statistically significant. Participants exhibiting higher biological aging at the study's outset may experience greater benefits from daily multivitamin use.
This intervention is considered safe, accessible, and low-cost for older adults. Further research is recommended to determine if these anti-aging benefits extend across the entire lifespan.