Protein Ingestion and Resistance Exercise in Elderly

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.

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Key information

Conditions

Healthy

Age range

65 year and older

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Interventional

Phase

Not applicable

Primary location

Unit for Nutrition Research

Reykjavik, 101, Iceland

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

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.

Treatment and study plan

Whey Protein

Dietary Supplement

Dietary supplement after training

Milk protein

Dietary Supplement

Dietary supplement after training

carbohydrates

Dietary Supplement

Dietary supplement after training

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

University of Iceland

Other

Collaborators

Landspitali University Hospital Research Fund

Registry information

Official study title

Effects of Protein Quantity and Quality in Combination With Resistance Exercise on Muscle Mass and -Strength in Icelandic Elderly.

Acronym: IceProQualita

Important dates

Study start: 2008
Primary completion: 2009
Study completion: 2009
First posted: Feb 24, 2010
Registry last updated: Feb 24, 2010

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