Supplementation with Whey Protein, but Not Pea Protein, Reduces Muscle Damage Following Long-Distance Walking in Older Adults

Supplementation with Whey Protein, but Not Pea Protein, Reduces Muscle Damage Following Long-Distance Walking in Older Adults

<b>Background</b>: Adequate animal-based protein intake can attenuate exercise induced-muscle damage (EIMD) in young adults. We examined the effects of 13 days plant-based (pea) protein supplementation compared to whey protein and placebo on EIMD in active older adults. <b>Methods&...

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Main Authors: Marcia Spoelder, Lotte Koopmans, Yvonne A. W. Hartman, Coen C. W. G. Bongers, Merle C. A. Schoofs, Thijs M. H. Eijsvogels, Maria T. E. Hopman
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-01-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
elderly
muscle
protein
randomized controlled trial
plant-based
prolonged exercise
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/15/2/342

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