Does the combination of resistance training and a nutritional intervention have a synergic effect on muscle mass, strength, and physical function in older adults? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Health-promoting interventions are important for preventing frailty and sarcopenia in older adults. However, there is limited evidence that nutritional interventions yield additional effects when combined with resistance training. This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to compare the effectiveness of nutritional interventions with resistance training and that of resistance training alone.

Methods

Randomized controlled trials published in peer-reviewed journals prior to July 2020 were retrieved from databases and other sources. The articles were screened according to the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The methodological quality of the included studies was assessed using Cochrane's risk of bias tool 2. A meta-analysis was performed using the RevMan 5.4 pr

SUBMITTER: Choi M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8588667 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature