Keto diet tested to fight muscle loss in seniors with pneumonia
NCT ID NCT07308483
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 13 times
Summary
This study tests whether a ketogenic (low-carb, high-fat) diet helps older adults hospitalized with pneumonia maintain muscle function better than a standard hospital diet. Researchers will enroll 30 patients aged 55 and older and track safety, diet adherence, and handgrip strength. The goal is to find a simple dietary approach to prevent muscle decline during serious illness.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, 35205, United States
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