The Role of Nutrition in Muscle Function of Bariatric Surgery Patients

Launched by CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY, MONTREAL · Nov 6, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, titled "The Role of Nutrition in Muscle Function of Bariatric Surgery Patients," aims to understand how nutrition, particularly protein intake, affects muscle strength and overall health after bariatric surgery, which is a procedure to help people with obesity lose weight. Researchers want to find out how much protein patients should eat to help prevent muscle loss and maintain good health after their surgery. The study will involve around 75 participants, both men and women aged 18 to 65, who are planning to have their first bariatric surgery.

To be eligible for the study, participants must be non-smokers, not currently taking certain medications like Ozempic, and must not have any serious health issues that could limit their mobility. During the trial, participants will help researchers gather important information on how changes in diet and body composition relate to muscle function post-surgery. This research is important because it could help improve nutrition guidelines for people undergoing bariatric surgery, ensuring they receive the best care possible.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Male and female
• • Aged 18 to 65 years old
• • Undergoing first bariatric surgery (any type)
• • Diabetics and non-diabetics
• • Non-smokers and non-cannabis consumers
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Pregnant and breastfeeding women
• • Individuals undergoing second bariatric surgery
• • Regular smokers and cannabis consumers
• • Current use of Ozempic (or Ozempic-like medication) and anti-psychotic meds
• • Limited physical mobility (using walking aids such as canes, walkers, or wheelchairs) and issues with hand resistance
• • Kidney disease, non-controlled / unstable hypertension and hypothyroidism, and any metabolic disease other than diabetes