06/11/2026
New research is adding to the conversation around HMB, protein, and muscle support.
In a clinical study of healthy adults ages 65–75, researchers compared whey protein alone to whey protein with added calcium HMB to see how each approach influenced muscle protein turnover before and after feeding.
The study observed that adding calcium HMB to whey protein supported muscle-related outcomes beyond whey protein alone, including a longer suppression of muscle protein breakdown during the post-feeding period and a greater muscle protein synthesis response in older women.
It is another reminder that muscle health is not about one single factor. Protein, movement, and targeted nutrition all play a role in supporting strength and muscle maintenance over time.
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