Shortage of energy intake rather than protein intake is associated with sarcopenia in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes: A cross‐sectional study of the KAMOGAWA‐DM cohort

Background Energy intake is important for the maintenance of muscle mass. The relationship between energy intake and sarcopenia in elderly patients with type 2 diabetes (T2D) has been unclear. Methods Using a brief‐type self‐administered diet history questionnaire we assessed habitual food and nutrient intake of patients with T2D aged ≥65 years, all of whom were Japanese and physically active, taking part in the KAMOGAWA‐DM cohort study....