Effects of Omega-3 and Whey Protein Supplementation on Lean Mass in Older Adults

To evaluate the effect of omega-3 supplementation combined with whey protein intake on lean mass and strength gains in older adults performing resistance exercise. Participants will be randomized into the 4 groups. The placebo group will receive 4 g per day of corn oil and 40 g per day of maltodextrin. The omega 3 + placebo group will receive 4 g per day of fish oil and 40 g per day of maltodextrin. The whey protein + placebo group will receive 40g per day of whey and 4g per day of corn oil. The omega 3 + whey group will receive 4g per day of fish oil and 40g per day of protein. All will perform the same exercise protocol for 12 weeks

NCT Number	NCT05862779
Lead Sponsor	Federal University of Uberlandia
Conditions	Sarcopenia
Enrollment	80 participants
Start Date	2024-07-30
Primary Completion	2025-12 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-05 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2024-10-16