Scientists test bug cookies to boost senior health
Disease control
Completed
This small pilot study tested whether adding protein from edible insects (mealworms) to cookies, combined with a supervised exercise program, could improve heart health in older adults. For 28 days, 30 participants aged 60+ ate either insect-based or regular cookies after exercis…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Universitat Oberta de Catalunya • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Mar 23, 2026 15:18 UTC