Investigating the Combined Effects of Protein, Blueberries, and Exercise on Cardiovascular Health and Frailty in Older Nova Scotians

intervention of 30g/day (1 scoop) of a colorless, tasteless whey protein isolate powder supplement and 1 cup (150 grams) of blueberries per day.

Three 60-minute multimodal exercise sessions per week. Exercise interventions will be individualized to each participant based on their fitness level as per recommended guidelines for older adults. Each session will include a warm-up and cool-down (\~5 minutes each), 30 minutes of moderate intensity aerobic exercise and 20 minutes of moderate intensity resistance training.