Higher Branched-Chain Amino Acid Intake Is Associated with Handgrip Strength among Korean Older Adults

Higher Branched-Chain Amino Acid Intake Is Associated with Handgrip Strength among Korean Older Adults

Sarcopenia is a disease of old age characterized by decreased muscle mass and strength. Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) promote muscle mass synthesis and increase muscle strength. We aimed to develop a dietary amino acid database and to examine the association between BCAA intake and handgrip str...

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Main Authors: Seonghee Park, Minjeong Chae, Hyoungsu Park, Kyong Park
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-04-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
branched-chain amino acids
leucine
dietary intake
older adults
handgrip strength
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/13/5/1522

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