Does a Whey-Protein and Vitamin D Enriched Drink Enhance the Health Benefits of the Lift for Life® Resistance Training Program in Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes? [ 2013 - 2016 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: Prof Robin Daly (Principal investigator) ,  A/Pr Deborah Kerr ,  Prof Caryl Nowson ,  Prof David Dunstan

Brief description Since type 2 diabetes is projected to affect over 1.8 million Australians by 2025, there is an urgent need to identify safe and acceptable population-based strategies to improve glucose metabolism and related cardiometabolic risks factors which are common in this population. This study will examine whether increased dietary protein and vitamin D treatment can enhance the effects of resistance training on body composition, glycaemic control and cardiometabolic risk factors in older adults with type 2 diabetes.

Funding Amount $AUD 572,023.19

Funding Scheme Project Grants

Notes Standard Project Grant