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The purpose of this study is to determine how omega-3 fatty acids influence muscle protein metabolism and mitochondrial physiology in the context of human aging.
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| Label | Type | Description | Intervention Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 fatty acids | Experimental | Participants will take 3.9g/day of Eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid for 4 months |
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| Name | Type | Description | Arm Group Labels | Other Names |
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| Omega-3 fatty acids | Drug |
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| Measure | Description | Time Frame |
|---|---|---|
| Change in Muscle protein synthesis | Skeletal muscle protein synthesis will be measured from the rate of incorporation of infused amino acids measured by mass spectrometry. | Baseline and following 4 months intervention |
| Change in Muscle mitochondrial function | Mitochondrial function will be measured in isolated mitochondria by high-resolution respirometry. | Baseline and following 4 months intervention |
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Exclusion Criteria:
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| Name | Affiliation | Role |
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| Ian R Lanza, PhD | Mayo Clinic | Principal Investigator |
| Facility | Status | City | State | ZIP | Country | Contacts |
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| Mayo Clinic | Rochester | Minnesota | 55905 | United States |
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| ID | Term |
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| D055948 | Sarcopenia |
| ID | Term |
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| D009133 | Muscular Atrophy |
| D020879 | Neuromuscular Manifestations |
| D009461 | Neurologic Manifestations |
| D009422 | Nervous System Diseases |
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| ID | Term |
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| D015525 | Fatty Acids, Omega-3 |
| ID | Term |
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| D004042 | Dietary Fats, Unsaturated |
| D004041 | Dietary Fats |
| D005223 | Fats |
| D008055 | Lipids |
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| D001284 | Atrophy |
| D020763 | Pathological Conditions, Anatomical |
| D013568 | Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms |
| D012816 | Signs and Symptoms |
| D005231 |
| Fatty Acids, Unsaturated |
| D005227 | Fatty Acids |
| D005395 | Fish Oils |
| D009821 | Oils |