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Effect of a Nutritional Formula Composed of Proteins and Carbohydrates on Gastric Emptying in Elderly Individuals
Sponsor: Federal University of Minas Gerais
Summary
The objective of this clinical trial is to evaluate the effect of a nutritional formula composed of carbohydrates and proteins on gastric emptying in elderly individuals aged between 60 and 90 years. The main questions this study aims to answer are: * Does the nutritional formula composed of carbohydrates and proteins delay gastric emptying when compared to a formula composed only of carbohydrates? * Does the formula composed of carbohydrates and proteins cause gastrointestinal symptoms in the study population? The researchers will compare both formulas (carbohydrates and proteins vs. carbohydrates only) to answer the main question. Participants will be required to: * Attend the Nuclear Medicine Department after an 8-hour fast, on two separate days with a minimum interval of seven days for scintigraphy procedures. * Consume the offered formula in a randomized and blinded manner. * Report any gastrointestinal symptoms and complete visual analog scales for sensations such as hunger, satiety, and desire to eat.
Official title: Effect of a Nutritional Formula Composed of Proteins and Carbohydrates on Gastric Emptying in Elderly Individuals: a Randomized, Crossover, Triple-blind Clinical Trial.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
60 Years - 90 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
25
Start Date
2026-01
Completion Date
2027-05
Last Updated
2025-12-22
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Nutren Fresh
In this intervention, participants will receive 200 ml of the nutritional formula.
Maltodextrin (Placebo)
In this intervention, participants will receive 200 ml of maltodextrin.
Locations (1)
School of Nursing, Federal University of Minas Gerais
Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, Brazil