Design and Development of a Functional Plant-based Beverage Formulated According to the Main Nutritional Guides for Early Elderly Requirements to Improve Nutritional Status and Immunity for the Early Elderly People to Get Well-healthy Ageing

Launched by UNIVERSITY ROVIRA I VIRGILI · Jun 3, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying a new plant-based drink designed to improve the nutritional health and immune system of older adults, specifically those aged 60 to 75. As people age, their nutritional needs change, and maintaining a healthy diet is important for overall well-being and to help prevent illness. This trial aims to see if a specially formulated beverage can help boost immunity and reduce inflammation, making it easier for older individuals to stay healthy and active.

To participate in the trial, volunteers must be men or women between the ages of 60 and 75 who can give their written consent to take part in the study. However, those with certain health conditions, like type 2 diabetes or chronic alcoholism, will not be eligible. Participants can expect to taste the new beverage and provide feedback on it. The study will recruit volunteers through various methods, including health centers and community organizations, to ensure a wide range of participants. This is an exciting opportunity for older adults to contribute to research that could lead to better health solutions for their age group.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion criteria:
• • - Men or women ≥60 years old \<75 years old; Written informed consent provided prior to the sensory tasting study.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Type 2 diabetes
• • Chronic alcoholism
• • Early community-dwelling seniors
• • Failure to comply with study guidelines.
• • Selection criteria
• Volunteers will be recruited through several ways:
• • general databases of participants from previous clinical trials of the NFOC-Salut group
• • Leaflets with study information, as well as contact information, will be distributed in health centers, civic centers and social centers.
• • The information will be disseminated through brochures with contact information among the people who are registered in the IMSERSO to select those who meet the inclusion criteria according to the study population in order to reach the largest number of subjects possible.