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Optimizing Protein Patterns for Skeletal Muscle Preservation and Sleep in the Medical Management of Parkinson Disease
Sponsor: University of Alabama at Birmingham
Summary
The purpose of this pilot study is to generate preliminary data on the impact of the dietary protein pattern on markers of skeletal muscle health and drug efficacy in Parkinson disease.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
45 Years - 99 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
12
Start Date
2022-10-01
Completion Date
2024-11-25
Last Updated
2026-06-22
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Protein Redistribution Diet
PD participants will be instructed by a Registered Dietitian to consume 10 grams or less of protein until their evening meal. They will then consume a high protein evening meal to meet their protein needs. They will receive one-on-one education and supportive materials to follow diet plan.
Protein Consistent Diet
PD participants will be instructed by a Registered Dietitian to consume 20-30 grams of protein per meal. They will receive one-on-one education and supportive materials to follow diet plan.
Locations (1)
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama, United States