Can a tailored supplement boost strength in seniors? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT05877846

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tests whether a 12-week personalized nutrition supplement (beta-hydroxy-methylbutyrate) can improve physical function in adults aged 65-85 with frailty and multiple chronic conditions. The main goal is to see if the study procedures are feasible and acceptable to participants. Researchers will also measure changes in strength, mobility, and overall health.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Frailty Multiple Chronic Conditions Muscle Weakness

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

FRAILTY MULTIPLE CHRONIC CONDITIONS WEAKNESS, MUSCLE

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
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Chapel Hill, North Carolina, 27599, United States

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