Protein and exercise for postmenopausal women's health
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding more protein to your diet along with regular exercise can improve health and well-being in women over 50 who have gone through menopause.
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Who can take part
- You are a woman aged 50 or older and have not had a menstrual period for at least 12 months
- You currently do physical activities like brisk walking, yoga, hiking, cycling, or gardening 2 to 4 times per week
- You do not have food allergies, dietary restrictions (like vegan, vegetarian, or lactose intolerance), or health issues that limit eating higher protein
- You are not underweight (BMI below 18.5), do not take nutritional supplements, and do not smoke, vape, or use marijuana
- You drink fewer than 5 alcoholic drinks per week and do not take medications like antidepressants or sleep aids that could interfere with the study
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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