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Protein supplementation improves physical performance in frail elderly people: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

Published Oct 1, 2012 · M. Tieland, O. van de Rest, M. Dirks

Journal of the American Medical Directors Association

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Key takeawayDietary protein supplementation improves physical performance but does not increase skeletal muscle mass in frail elderly people.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Protein supplementation improves physical performance in frail elderly people: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.

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