Effect of Supplementary Dietary Protein (21g Per Day) on Lean Mass and Strength in Sedentary, Adult Vegetarians

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Conditions studied: Muscle Weakness

In brief

It is possible that the lower protein intake in vegetarians and vegans may relate to a decrease in grip strength. Furthermore, there is limited research examining the effects of plant-based protein intake on strength and LBM independent of an exercise training component. The present study was designed to examine relationships between strength, protein intake, and LBM in underactive vegetarian and vegan adults, as well as the impact of protein supplementation (18 g mung bean protein daily) on these indices.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT04076982

Run by

Arizona State University

People needed

37

Starts

2018-09-03

Expected to finish

2019-01-12

Last updated by the study team

2019-09-04

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 55. Sex: any. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• vegetarian or vegan for at least one year
• healthy by self-report

You may not qualify if…

• supplement use such as protein powder or creatine
• previous diagnosis of heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes, autoimmune disorders, or thyroid condition
• competition in any athletic event in the past year
• moderate to strenuous exercise exceeding 150 minutes per week
• pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Where it is running

• Arizona State University — Phoenix, Arizona, United States

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