Impact of micronutrient intake on muscle strength and body composition
Re-analysis of existing datasets to evaluate the relationship between micronutrient intake and muscle strength and body composition in healthy young adults. Aimed at developing a multi-micronutrient intake strategy for enhanced muscle health and body composition.
Overview
This research project aims to re-analyze existing datasets to evaluate the relationship between micronutrient intake and muscle strength and body composition among healthy young adults. By focusing on multi-micronutrient intake levels at or above the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA), the study seeks to establish whether higher intakes confer significant benefits in terms of muscle strength and ideal body composition. The ultimate goal is to develop a recommended multi-micronutrient intake strategy to support improved muscle function, healthy aging, weight management, and metabolic health.
Technical specifications
- Re-analysis of datasets from 213 healthy young adults
- Comparison of micronutrient intake levels above and below the RDA
- Evaluation of muscle strength and body composition using best practice measures
- Use of logistic regression analysis to determine impact on health outcomes
- Focus on multi-micronutrient intake strategy for health optimization
Technology readiness level
The research project is currently at Technology Readiness Level 5, indicating that the study has progressed to the re-analysis of existing data with preliminary analysis already conducted. The completion of the additional analysis is expected within a six-month timeframe.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a comprehensive private research university in upstate New York, pairing fundamental inquiry with applied, industry-facing work. Industry engagement is anchored by a downtown innovation campus with co-located university–industry labs, pilot-scale testbeds, and flexible prototyping spaces. A centralized corporate partnerships office and experiential learning pipelines link R&D teams to faculty and student talent through sponsored research, internships, and capstone collaborations. Research is supported by competitive federal funding from agencies such as the National Science Foundation, National Institutes of Health, the Department of Energy, and the Department of Defense. A dedicated technology transfer office and campus-linked incubators streamline IP, licensing, and startup formation.
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