Novel Insights on Nutrient Management of Sarcopenia in Elderly
Table 1
Nutrients and drugs that have been shown to present an activity of stimulation in increasing the mass and/or muscle strength in humans or in the animal model.
Nutrients
Proteins and amino acids (BCAAs) and creatine.
Antioxidants (vitamin E, vitamin C, carotenoids, and resveratrol)
Vitamins: vitamin D
Long-chain omega-3 fatty acids
Drugs
Antagonists of mineral corticoids (Spironolactone)