Effects of a leucine-enriched amino acid supplement on muscle mass, muscle strength, and physical function in post-stroke patients with sarcopenia: a randomized controlled trial

Stroke is a leading cause of death in many countries, with many survivors experiencing persistent difficulty with activities of daily living (ADLs) as a direct consequence [1]. More than two- thirds of stroke survivors receive rehabilitation after hospitalization [2]. Approximately 8.2% –49.0% of stroke patients are malnourished [3]. Malnutrition increases disease severity, mortality rates, and the incidence of infectious complications and swallowing difficulties and hampers the performance of ADLs after stroke onset; hence, intensive nutritional support during stroke rehabilitat ion is important [3-7].

Source: Nutrition - July 12, 2018 Category: Nutrition Authors: Yoshihiro Yoshimura, Takahiro Bise, Sayuri Shimazu, Maiko Tanoue, Yuko Tomioka, Mai Araki, Takafumi Nishino, Aomi Kuzuhara, Fumihiko Takatsuki Source Type: research