New Plant-Based beverage aims to keep seniors healthier longer
NCT ID NCT07409480
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests a specially designed plant-based drink for adults aged 60 to 80. The drink contains vitamin D, zinc, and other nutrients meant to strengthen the immune system and reduce inflammation. Researchers will compare it to a plain plant-based drink over several weeks to see if it improves markers of health and nutrition.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Functional plant-based beverage with vitamin D, zinc, FOS, and L-leucine
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple dietary supplement that helps older adults maintain better immune function and reduce inflammation, supporting healthier aging.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial with only 70 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The beverage is a dietary supplement, not a drug, so any benefits are likely modest and may not be clinically significant.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Universitat Rovira i Virgili
Reus, Tarragona, 43201, Spain
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