Improvement in muscle functionality of elderly males

Abstract

A composition comprising a protein source and an antioxidant, optionally in combination with an omega-3 fatty acid, can treat or prevent sarcopenia in elderly males, reduce a loss of muscle functionality (e.g. muscle strength, gait speed, etc.) in elderly males, increase muscle functionality in elderly males, and/or improve recovery of muscle functionality after muscle atrophy in elderly males.

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Background technique [0001] The present disclosure generally relates to a composition comprising a protein source and an antioxidant for administration to elderly men. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to administering compositions comprising protein sources and antioxidants to elderly men to treat or prevent sarcopenia, reduce loss of muscle function (e.g., muscle strength, walking speed, etc.), increase muscle function, and / or Or improve muscle function recovery after muscle atrophy. [0002] Sarcopenia is defined as age-related loss of muscle mass and function, including muscle strength and walking speed. Muscle function and physical capacity decline with loss of muscle mass. The incidence of loss of mobility, disability, and death at advanced age is highly predicted by impaired muscle function. Sarcopenia is becoming more prevalent with a growing geriatric population, with 45% of the U.S. geriatric population having moderate to severe symptoms. Direct a...

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Problems solved by technology

Unfortunately, the etiology and pathophysiology of sarcopenia remain poorly understood, making effective preventive or therapeutic measures difficult

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