About this trial
Examining the effects of PeptiStrong and protein on muscle function in older adults
Eligibility criteria
Qualifiers
Men and women aged 60 to 85 years at the time of enrolment
Community-dwelling (living independently or with minimal assistance)
Able to walk independently (with or without a walking aid) and complete simple physical function tests (such as standing up from a chair and walking short distances)
Willing and able to attend two study visits at the research facility (baseline and end of study)
Disqualifiers
Any known food allergy or intolerance to fava bean protein or milk protein
Diagnosed kidney disease or any medical condition where increased protein intake is contraindicated
Yes to any of the answers on the "Older Adult Functional Assessment Screening Questionnaire"
Individuals with implanted electronic devices
Trial design
Treatments tested in this trial
- PeptiStrong + whey protein
- Whey protein
Treatment groups
Sponsors and collaborators
Nuritas Ltd
Lead sponsor
Liverpool John Moores University
Collaborator