Can a smartphone app help older adults rebuild muscle while losing fat?
NCT ID NCT06360432
First seen Jul 16, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This pilot study tests whether a mobile app called EatWelLog can help older adults with sarcopenic obesity — a condition of low muscle and high body fat — better manage their diet and exercise. Forty participants aged 65 and older will use the app alongside an 8-week supervised program of personalized nutrition and group exercise. The goal is to see if the app improves muscle strength, reduces fat, and supports long-term healthy habits.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- a mobile app (EatWelLog) for daily diet self-management, plus an 8-week supervised dietary modification program and group exercise training
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this app could offer a practical, scalable way for older adults to manage sarcopenic obesity at home, improving muscle strength and reducing fat.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small pilot study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The app's long-term benefits and user adherence are still uncertain.
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Conditions
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The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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