Gut bacteria in sarcopenia and probiotic development
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This study looks at gut bacteria differences between older adults with muscle loss (sarcopenia), healthy older adults, and younger adults. Results may help develop probiotics to support muscle health.
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Who can take part
- Age 65 to 90 (sarcopenia or healthy control) or 20 to 50 (young control)
- Diagnosed with sarcopenia based on low muscle mass and low strength or slow walking speed (for sarcopenia group)
- Not currently being treated for serious heart, immune, lung, stomach, kidney, nerve, or mental health conditions, or active cancer
- Can walk and do daily tasks on your own without help
- No heavy drinking (more than 2 drinks a day for men, 1 for women) or heavy smoking (20+ cigarettes daily)
Quick eligibility check
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