Effect of nutritional supplement combined with exercise intervention on sarcopenia in the elderly: A meta-analysis

Conclusion Nutritional supplementation may magnify the effect of exercise intervention on sarcopenia elderly in terms of muscle mass, muscle strength, and physical performance. Inconsistencies were present among research studies. More robust studies are needed to determine the most suitable type of nutrient and target population and to explore the actual role of combined intervention in managing sarcopenia in the elderly.
Source: International Journal of Nursing Sciences - Category: Nursing Source Type: research