The Effect of Ingesting a Novel Algae Protein Source on Rested and Exercised Muscle Protein Synthesis Rates in Older Adults.

Last updated: February 24, 2025
Sponsor: University of Exeter
Overall Status: Active - Recruiting

Phase

N/A

Condition

N/A

Treatment

protein

Clinical Study ID

NCT06852547
9071916
  • Ages 65-80
  • All Genders
  • Accepts Healthy Volunteers

Study Summary

To assess the rested and postexercise muscle protein synthetic response following the ingestion of a flavourless algae protein source compared with whey protein in older adults.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion

Inclusion Criteria:

Males and Females BMI 18.5 - 30 kg/m2 Aged 65-80 years Recreationally Active

Exclusion

Exclusion Criteria:

Body mass index (BMI) <18.5 or >30 kg/m2 Any metabolic impairments Any cardiovascular impairments High blood pressure (≥140/90 mmHg) Any gastrointestinal disorders Any medications known to affect protein and/or amino acid metabolism A personal or family history of epilepsy, seizures or schizophrenia, motor disorder Chronic over the counter use of pharmaceuticals (> 1 month) Allergic to any of the whole foods included in the study

Study Design

Total Participants: 15
Treatment Group(s): 1
Primary Treatment: protein
Phase:
Study Start date:
February 23, 2025
Estimated Completion Date:
March 01, 2026

Connect with a study center

  • Health and Life Sciences

    Exeter, EX2 8BD
    United Kingdom

    Active - Recruiting

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