Amino acid cocktail may fight muscle loss in COPD
NCT ID NCT01173354
First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated Apr 28, 2026 · Updated 20 times
Summary
This study looked at whether a special mix of essential amino acids (with extra leucine) could help elderly people with COPD build muscle better than a standard protein supplement. 34 participants received both types of supplements on separate days, and researchers measured changes in protein building and breakdown. The goal was to understand if targeting specific amino acid levels could reverse muscle loss common in COPD.
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University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Little Rock, Arkansas, 72205, United States
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