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Beef Diet for Aging-related Muscle Weakness

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Led By Cydne A Perry, PhD
Research Sponsored by Indiana University
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
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Must have
Ability to perform sit-to-stand chair and 6-minute walking tests based on results from PAR-Q questionnaire
Minimum total body weight of 110 pounds
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up weeks 0, 4, 8
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Study Summary

This trial will compare muscle fatigue in older adults after eating a beef-based or vegetarian diet for 8 weeks. Biochemical markers and body composition will also be measured.

Who is the study for?
This trial is for older adults aged 60-75 who are willing to follow a specific diet (beef or vegetarian) for 16 weeks and abstain from alcohol and drugs. They must be able to do physical tests, have transportation, speak English, weigh at least 110 pounds, and not suffer from severe health issues like heart disease or neurological disorders.Check my eligibility
What is being tested?
The study aims to see if eating beef reduces muscle fatigue in older adults compared to a vegetarian diet. Participants will eat one type of diet for 8 weeks, take a break, then switch diets for another 8 weeks. Muscle function and blood indicators related to fatigue will be monitored.See study design
What are the potential side effects?
Since the interventions involve dietary changes rather than medications, side effects may include digestive discomfort as participants adjust to new diets. Specific side effects will depend on individual tolerances and health conditions.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

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I can do sit-to-stand chair and 6-minute walking tests.
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I weigh at least 110 pounds.
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My hemoglobin level is above the minimum required for my gender.
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I can walk on my own without help.
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I am between 60 and 85 years old.
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I can give blood samples on an empty stomach.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~weeks 0, 4, 8
This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and weeks 0, 4, 8 for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Outcome measures can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.
Primary outcome measures
Adherence to Study Diets
Change in 6-minute walk
Change in Sit-to-Stand Chair Test
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Secondary outcome measures
Change in Amino Acids
Change in Beta-Alanine
Change in Carnosine
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Trial Design

2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Group I: Vegetarian DietExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will be randomized to consume the vegetarian diet for 8 weeks. After a 2-week period, participants will cross-over to consume the beef diet for 8 weeks.
Group II: Beef DietExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Participants will be randomized to consume the beef diet for 8 weeks. After a 2-week period, participants will cross-over to consume the vegetarian diet for 8 weeks.

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Who is running the clinical trial?

Indiana UniversityLead Sponsor
980 Previous Clinical Trials
983,041 Total Patients Enrolled
1 Trials studying Muscle Weakness
17 Patients Enrolled for Muscle Weakness
Cydne A Perry, PhDPrincipal InvestigatorIndiana University, Bloomington
1 Previous Clinical Trials
46 Total Patients Enrolled

Media Library

Beef Diet Clinical Trial Eligibility Overview. Trial Name: NCT05860088 — N/A
Muscle Weakness Research Study Groups: Vegetarian Diet, Beef Diet
Muscle Weakness Clinical Trial 2023: Beef Diet Highlights & Side Effects. Trial Name: NCT05860088 — N/A
Beef Diet 2023 Treatment Timeline for Medical Study. Trial Name: NCT05860088 — N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

To what extent do individuals qualify to take part in this clinical experiment?

"Patients who experience muscular debilitation, aged between 60 and 75 years old, may be eligible to take part in this clinical trial. 30 participants are currently being sought for the study."

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Does this research project encompass participants who are younger than 40 years of age?

"This clinical trial is seeking applicants aged between 60 to 75. However, there are 23 trials accepting minors and 264 studies designed for people over the age of retirement."

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Are new participants being enrolled in this research project?

"Per the clinicaltrials.gov page, this experiment is still open to participants; it was first posted on June 1st 2023 and last updated on May 5th 2023."

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How many test subjects are engaging in this clinical experiment?

"Correct. As per the data presented on clinicaltrials.gov, this trial is currently looking for participants and was first publicised on June 1st 2023; with a final edit taking place May 5th of the same year. This research requires 30 study individuals from one specific medical centre/site."

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Who else is applying?

What site did they apply to?
Indiana University Bloomington
What portion of applicants met pre-screening criteria?
Met criteria
How many prior treatments have patients received?
0

Why did patients apply to this trial?

curious please call steve 8123365513.
PatientReceived 2+ prior treatments
Recent research and studies
clinicaltrials.govStudy
The Impact of Beef on Muscle Fatigue in Older Adults
Cydne Perry 2023. "The Impact of Beef on Muscle Fatigue in Older Adults". ClinicalTrials.gov. https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05860088.
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