Appetite stimulants with a nutritional drink for older adults
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether adding an appetite stimulant to a high-energy, high-protein nutritional drink helps older adults eat more and improve their nutrition. It may help those who struggle with poor appetite or weight loss.
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Who can take part
- You must be 65 years or older.
- You need to be able to drink a nutritional shake with extra calories and protein.
- You must be able to read and speak Dutch to talk with the study team.
- You must be willing to avoid smoking during the study visits.
- You must not have certain stomach, metabolic, or other health conditions that could affect 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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