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Development of Sustainable Eating Pattern to Limit Malnutrition in Older Adults
Sponsor: University of Pavia
Summary
The SENIOR STUDY is aimed at improving the condition of older adults and malnutrition management in and out Italian hospital settings, since malnutrition is highly prevalent, clinically relevant and potentially treatable conditions. This study consist of two phases: an initial cross-sectional phase and a secondary nutritional intervention phase (RCT). The SENIOR RCT aim to evaluate the efficacy of a 6 months nutrition protocol intervention compared to hospital standard care on malnourished older adults. Physical and nutritional status will be evaluated through anthropometric measures, blood exams and physical performance. In addition, the individual health perception will be evaluated. It is expected to find an improvements of the physical and nutritional status.
Official title: Sustainable Eating Pattern to Limit Malnutrition in Older Adults
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
65 Years - 85 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
0
Start Date
2024-01
Completion Date
2026-01
Last Updated
2026-05-05
Healthy Volunteers
No
Conditions
Interventions
Nutrition intervention (dietary protocol)
The nutrition intervention sought to improve participants' overall diet quality, taking into account a sufficient intake of carbohydrates, lipids, fibres and micronutrients (vitamins and minerals), promoting proper fruits and vegetables consumption and variety. About water intake, considering the high dehydration risk in older persons highlighted by the European Society for Clinical Nutrition and Metabolism (ESPEN) guidelines, its adequate consumption is recommended and encouraged.
Hospital standard of care
The standard clinical procedures following the malnutrition diagnoses will be implemented according to the routine of the two hospitals