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S. Abe, O. Ezaki, M. SuzukiAm J Clin Nutr. 2019 Jul 23. pii: nqz138. doi: 10.1093/ajcn/nqz138. [Epub ahead of print] The combined supplementation of medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs), l-leucine-rich amino acids, and cholecalciferol was previously shown to increase muscle strength and function in frail elderly individuals. We examined whether treatment with MCTs alone is sufficient to increase muscle strength and function and activities of daily living (ADL) in such individuals. |
K. Franzon, B. Zethelius, T. Cederholm, et al.BMC Geriatr. 2019;19(1):153 The aim of this study was to examine the impact of sarcopenia, and its underlying components, on independent ageing in a cohort study of very old men. |
C.C. SieberAging Clin Exp Res. 2019;31(6):793-798 Risk for or established malnutrition is frequent in older adults, accompanied by functional limitations, increased morbidity and mortality. Protein-energy malnutrition is often observed and leads besides other predisposing factors to sarcopenia, the increased loss of muscle mass with aging. |
D. Beckwée, A. Delaere, S. Aelbrecht, et al.J Nutr Health Aging. 2019;23(6):494-502 The aim of this systematic review is to provide an overview of the efficacy of different exercise interventions to counter sarcopenia in older adults. This review will allow the Belgian Society of Gerontology and Geriatrics and other scientific societies to formulate specific exercise recommendations in their Clinical Guidelines for Sarcopenia. |
Y. Bo, C. Liu, Z. Ji, et al.Clin Nutr. 2019;38(1):159-164 Sarcopenia, an age-related decline of muscle mass, strength, and physical function, was associated with falls, frailty, and poor quality of life. The aim of the current study is to examine the effect of nutritional supplement containing whey protein, vitamin D and E on measures of sarcopenia. |
J. Oktaviana, J. Zanker, S. Vogrin, et al.J Nutr Health Aging. 2019;23(2):145-150 Beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate (HMB) has been shown to be effective and superior to other types of protein supplements to attenuate loss of muscle mass, strength and function, however, its benefits in sarcopenic and frail older people remain unclear. We seek to determine the effect of HMB on muscle mass, strength and function in older people with sarcopenia or frailty by reviewing results from available randomized controlled trials (RCTs). |