Association of dietary patterns with sarcopenia in adults aged 50 years and older.

ABSTRACT:

Purpose

Although numerous studies have investigated the impact of dietary factors on the prevention of decreased muscle mass and function, limited research has examined the relationship between dietary patterns and sarcopenia. This study aimed to assess the associations between dietary patterns, and sarcopenia, muscle strength, and mass in adults following a Mediterranean diet residing in southern Italian cities.

Methods

This cross-sectional study utilized data from an existing database, comprising 528 individuals aged 50 years or older who underwent health-screening tests at the Clinical Nutrition Unit of the "R.Dulbecco" University Hospital. Strength was assessed through handgrip strength, and appendicular skeletal muscle mass was estimated using bioelectrical impedance an

SUBMITTER: Mazza E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11329607 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature