Protein Ingestion and Resistance Exercise in Elderly

University of Iceland220 enrolled

Overview

The mail goal of this randomized controlled, dietary intervention study is to investigate whether protein supplementation in combination with resistance exercise can increase muscle mass and strength in elderly. Loss of muscle mass and -strength is frequent in this group. Participants (N = 220, equal distribution between men and women) are randomized to one of three groups receiving different quantities and qualities of protein supplementation after exercise. The results of this study will be used to form recommendations regarding diet and exercise for the prevention of this frequent health problem in elderly.

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Allocation

RANDOMIZED

Purpose

PREVENTION

Masking

TRIPLE

Enrollment

220

Conditions

Healthy

Interventions

Whey proteinDIETARY_SUPPLEMENT

Dietary supplement after training

Milk proteinDIETARY_SUPPLEMENT

Dietary supplement after training

CarbohydratesDIETARY_SUPPLEMENT

Dietary supplement after training

Eligibility

Sex: ALLMin age: 65 YearsHealthy volunteers:

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Inclusion Criteria: * 65 years and older Exclusion Criteria: * uncontrolled coronary heart disease * pharmacological interventions with drugs known to affect muscle mass * major orthopedic disease * low cognitive function.

Locations (1)

Unit for Nutrition Research

Reykjavik, Iceland

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