Ketone drink study reveals muscle secrets in aging men

NCT ID NCT05732909

First seen Jun 27, 2026 ยท Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a ketone drink improves muscle function in 25 healthy men (12 young, 12 older). Participants drank a ketone monoester and underwent MRI scans, tracer infusions, and bike/dynamometer tests. Researchers compared results within and between age groups to see if age changes the effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Ketosis metabolic disease muscle tissue disorder skeletal muscle disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Steno Diabetes Center Aarhus

    Aarhus, Aarhus N, 8200, Denmark