Protein-Energy Malnutrition
Conditions
Interventions
This study proposes to carry out a randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial, with dietary control, to investigate the possible effects of intervention alone and together with protein supplementat
strength training and 20g whey protein supplementation
aerobic training only
strength training only
control, and the placebo groups will receive 200ml of skimmed milk with vanilla essence and the control will perform recreational activity, all procedures will be carried out at the institution itself
Sponsors
Universidade Federal da Bahia
Universidade Federal da Bahia
Eligibility
Age
60 Years to No maximum
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Belong to the institution; be at least 60 years old; able to stand up and move independently; have clinical clearance to carry out activities; follow the standardized meals offered by the institution; agree to sign the Free and Informed Consent Form
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Participants who have any type of disease with a previous contraindication or impairment that limits anthropometric measurements and the regular practice of the proposed physical exercises; which are restricted to the bed; underwent surgery recently; had an amputation; have a confirmed medical diagnosis of chronic kidney disease; metabolically catabolic disease; severe neurological and muscle disorders; terminal illnesses; who are in palliative care; make use of nutritionally complete or protein supplements or drugs that affect protein metabolism; who do not consume animal foods; are allergic to milk; have recently experienced significant involuntary weight loss; use an assistive device or any artificial electrical implant; whose nutrition is provided by enteral route or who have contraindications for performing of exercises
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Increase in muscle mass and strength of participants undergoing interventions | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Secondary outcomes are not expected | — |
Countries
Brazil
Contacts
Public ContactAnna Roriz
Universidade Federal da Bahia
Outcome results
None listed