Can a mix of exercise, puzzles, and better food keep aging brains sharp?

NCT ID NCT06820710

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Istituto di Neuroscienze Consiglio Nazionale delle Ricerche Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether a 6-month program combining physical exercise, cognitive training, dietary changes, and vaccinations could improve the well-being of elderly people living in long-term care facilities. 90 residents aged 70 and older took part. The goal was to see if this multi-pronged approach is feasible and effective compared to standard care.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Multidomain intervention including physical exercise, cognitive stimulation, dietary changes with functional foods, and vaccinations
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could help maintain cognitive and physical function in elderly people living in care facilities, potentially improving quality of life.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed feasibility study with 90 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is complex and may be hard to implement in all settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity Sarcopenia

As listed by the trial registrant

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Contacts and locations

Locations

AltaVita IRA

Padova, Italy, 35137, Italy
RSA Cremona Solidale

Cremona, Italy, 26100, Italy

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