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N/ACompleted· 54 enrolled
Drug / intervention
powdered egg white protein supplement +1 moredietary
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Egg Protein Supplementation for Maintaining Muscle Mass and Function in Older Adults

The University of Texas at San Antonio·interventional·Posted May 21, 2018·Updated Dec 20, 2024

In Brief

A clinical study evaluating powdered egg white protein supplement and maltodextrin supplement for Sarcopenia and Aging. Completed, enrolled 54 participants across 1 site.

Detailed Summary

Older adults are at risk for developing sarcopenia, or age-related muscle loss, which increased the risk of disabilities, falls, and loss of independence. Many older adults do not consume enough protein each day to maintain their muscle mass and this study aims to investigate if consumption daily egg white protein supplement can help maintain muscle mass and functionality in community-dwelling older adults. Food insecure older adults that attend congregate nutrition sites will be targeted.

Study Details

Study Typeinterventional
Allocation--
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Primary Purpose--
ConditionsSarcopenia, Aging
CountriesUnited States
CollaboratorsTexas State University, American Egg Board

Timeline

N/ACompletedFinished
201820192020202120222023202420252026
First PostedMay 21, 2018
Enrollment StartMay 31, 2017
Primary CompletionAug 31, 2018
TodayJul 2, 2026
Enrollment to primary: 1.3 yearsPosted 8.1 years ago

Interventions

powdered egg white protein supplementdietary

consumption of egg white protein supplement daily for 6 months

maltodextrin supplementdietary

consumption of maltodextrin supplement daily for 6 months