Improving sarcopenia in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of whey protein supplementation with or without resistance training Improving Sarcopenia Older Adults Systematic Review And Meta Analysis

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  • 17/10/2024 - 11:42 pm

Li ML, Zhang F, Luo HY, Quan ZW, Wang YF, Huang LT, Wang JH. Improving sarcopenia in older adults: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials of whey protein supplementation with or without resistance training. J Nutr Health Aging. 2024 Apr;28(4):100184

 

Results from Ten randomised control trial studies including 1154 participants, demonstrate the value of whey protein (9.6-40g per day) supplementation in adults with sarcopenia. When compared to Isocaloric placebo (PLA)/Routine consultation (RC) group, whey protein consumption significantly increased appendicular skeletal muscle mass index and muscle mass in addition to gait speed.

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