NO-FRAIL: Nitrite Therapy to Improve Mitochondrial Energetics and Physical Activity in Older Adults
Associated Conditions
Aging-Nutrition and Physical ActivitySponsor
Study Purpose: To assess the impact of nitrite supplements on mitochondrial respiration, with associated focus on mitochondrial energetics and muscle perfusion, and to complete preliminary analysis on clinical correlates.
To be enrolled in this study, you must meet certain requirements. You may be eligible to participate if
you meet the following criteria:
Study Duration: 16-weeks
Study Commitment: 9 Outpatient visits and weekly calls
Age: ≥70 years old
Sex: Male or Female
Conditions/Eligibility:
• Age ≥70 years
• Sedentary
• Clinically stable and without hospitalization or invasive cardiac procedure for 6 weeks
Study Procedures:
• 4 muscle biopsies
• multiple blood draws
• oral nitrite consumption (3 times a day)
• exercise testing
• questionnaires
Compensation: $567
This study is currently enrolling.