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Does Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) Help With Elderly Muscle Function?

BCAA and vitamin D supplementation combined with exercise helps maintain lean mass in older adults with declining physical function.

Moderate Evidence

Evidence Summary

BCAA and vitamin D supplementation combined with exercise helps maintain lean mass in older adults with declining physical function.

Effective Dose

No specific BCAA dose isolated; part of high-protein food supplement

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