Performance of the SARC-F, SARC-CalF, and calf circumference for sarcopenia case finding in community-dwelling older adults.

Purpose: We compared the performance of SARC-F, SARC-CalF, calf circumference (CC), and body mass index (BMI)-adjusted CC for sarcopenia case-finding in community-dwelling older adults.

Methods: Data of Finnish participants (women/men n = 192/36, mean age (SD) of 76.9 (4.

Nutrition Education Improves Intakes of Protein, Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, and Vitamins C and E in Community-Dwelling Older Adults.

This study investigated the effect of nutrition education program on protein and nutrient intake, physical performance, and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) in community-dwelling older adults (≥65 years). The participants were randomized in clusters to intervention (IG, n = 51) and control (CG, n = 45) groups. Those in IG took part in the Eating for Strong Aging education program consisting of nutrition education in peer groups, written materials, and personal advice.

Effect of Milk Fat Globule Membrane- and Protein-Containing Snack Product on Physical Performance of Older Women-A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Introduction: Sarcopenia is common in people 70+ years of age, and its prevalence increases with further aging. Insufficient energy and protein intake accelerates muscle loss, whereas sufficient protein intake and milk fat globule membrane (MFGM) may suppress age-associated deterioration of muscle mass and strength. Our objective was to test whether a snack product high in MFGM and protein would improve physical performance in older women.

The feasibility of a 6-month dietary intervention aiming to increase protein intake among community-dwelling older adults with low habitual protein intake: A secondary analysis of the PROMISS randomised controlled trial.

Background: The PROMISS randomised controlled trial showed that personalised dietary advice increased protein intake and improved 400-m walk time and leg strength among community-dwelling older adults with a low habitual protein intake. This secondary analysis describes and further evaluates the methods and feasibility of the model used to carry out dietary intervention in the PROMISS randomised controlled trial.

Methods: In total, 185 participants (≥65 years, 54% women) with a habitual low protein intake (<1.

Plasma ceramides independently predict all-cause mortality in men aged 85.

Background: assessing cardiovascular and mortality risk with conventional biomarkers is challenging in oldest-old due to multimorbidity and polypharmacy. Ceramides are bioactive lipids shown to predict mortality in late middle-aged cohorts.

Objective: to assess whether plasma ceramides have independent prognostic value for mortality among oldest-old (85+).