Easier-to-chew meals may boost food intake in care home seniors
NCT ID NCT06832488
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at whether serving foods that are easier to chew and swallow can help older adults in care homes eat more and faster. About 1 in 10 older adults in the UK are malnourished, and care home residents are especially at risk. Thirty residents tried two different meal plans—one with soft textures and one with harder textures—to see which led to greater food intake. The goal is to find simple ways to improve nutrition and quality of life for seniors.
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University of Reading
Reading, United Kingdom
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