Krill Oil and Muscle in Older Adults

Effects of Krill Oil Supplementation on Muscle Function in Older Adults

The aim of this study is to determine the effects of krill oil supplementation on muscle mass in function in older adults. Half of the participants will receive krill oil supplements and the other half a placebo.

Inclusion Criteria:

• BMI less than 35kg/m2

Exclusion Criteria:

• Diabetes
• severe cardiovascular disease
• seizure disorders
• uncontrolled hypertension (>150/90mmHg at baseline measurement)
• cancer or cancer that has been in remission <5 years
• ambulatory impairments which would limit ability to perform assessments of muscle function
• dementia
• taking medication known to affect muscle (e.g. steroids)
• have an implanted electronic device (e.g. pacemaker/defibrillator/insulin pump)
• on anticoagulant therapy
• allergies to seafood
• regular consumption of more than 2 portions of oily fish per week.