Algae protein for muscle health in older adults
This study tests if a new algae-based protein drink can help older adults build muscle, both at rest and after exercise. It aims to find a plant-based way to support muscle strength as we age.
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Who can take part
- You are between 65 and 80 years old
- Your body mass index (BMI) is between 18.5 and 30
- You are physically active but not a competitive athlete
- You do not have any heart, gut, or metabolic conditions
- You are not taking medications that affect protein or amino acid processing
- You have no personal or family history of seizures, epilepsy, or schizophrenia
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Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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