Can amino acids help anorexia patients regain muscle?
NCT ID NCT05290285
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether a special blend of amino acids (protein building blocks) can help people with anorexia nervosa gain lean muscle mass during hospital treatment. 92 patients will receive either the supplement or a placebo, alongside standard therapy. The main goal is to see if the supplement improves body composition after 13 weeks.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Amino-Ther Pro (a blend of essential amino acids)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could provide a safe supplement to help people with anorexia nervosa regain muscle mass more effectively during hospital treatment.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage, small trial (92 people) testing a dietary supplement, not a drug. The effect on long-term recovery is unknown, and results may not apply to all patients.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Department of Eating and Weight Disorders, Villa Garda Hospital
RECRUITINGGarda, Italy, 37016, Italy
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