Nutrition, Body Composition, and Sleep

The Effect of Protein and Omega-3 Fatty Acid Supplementation on Body Composition, Sleep, Cardiometabolic Health and Strength in Postmenopausal Women

The purpose of the research is to determine if protein and omega-3 fatty acid supplementation improve sleep, improve body composition, and improve markers of metabolic health in postmenopausal women.

Inclusion Criteria:

- Postmenopausal women (12+ months following last reported menstrual cycle)

Exclusion Criteria:

• food allergies
• diet restrictions
• do not habitually eat breakfast
• picky eaters\regularly consume protein or omega-3 related supplements
• consume omega-3 fatty acid rich fish (tuna, salmon, etc.) greater than two times per month -have any other diet-related conditions that would prevent them from consuming whey protein supplements and/or omega-3 fatty acid supplements
• smoking
• habitual alcohol consumption (> 4 drinks/week)
• medication impacting appetite or metabolism
• Lipid or blood pressure lowering medication
• Hormone replacement therapy