Protein Ingestion and Resistance Exercise in Elderly
Not Applicable
Completed
- Conditions
- Healthy
- Registration Number
- NCT01074879
- Lead Sponsor
- University of Iceland
- Brief Summary
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.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 220
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.
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- PARALLEL
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Unit for Nutrition Research
🇮🇸Reykjavik, Iceland
Unit for Nutrition Research🇮🇸Reykjavik, Iceland