Study links gut health, diet, and thinking and movement in seniors
Part of Brain & nervous system, Digestive system clinical trials.
This study looks at how differences in gut bacteria and nutrition may relate to changes in thinking and movement in people over 75 who have a reduced appetite (“small eaters”). It may help doctors better understand what could be contributing to these problems and how nutrition might play a role.
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Who can take part
- You (or your legal representative) can agree to join the study.
- You are older than 75 and live in an EHPAD (a nursing home).
- You have reduced appetite—being a “small eater” is part of the study group.
- You have national health insurance coverage.
- No active infection at the time of starting the study.
- No diarrhea at the time of starting the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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