Protein showdown: which drink helps seniors most?
NCT ID NCT06956131
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at how different protein drinks (casein, whey, and soy) affect blood and urine markers in healthy older adults aged 60 to 80. Researchers will also check cognitive function, mood, and appetite after each drink. The goal is to understand how protein sources influence metabolism, which could guide future dietary recommendations for healthy aging.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
Protein drinks (casein, whey, soy) and maltodextrin
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help shape better dietary advice for older adults to support healthy aging.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 32 participants, so findings may not apply to everyone. It looks at short-term changes, not long-term health outcomes.
Disclaimer
Read more
Show less
This is a summary of
the original study
.
Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
This is a summary of the original study . Summaries may miss details or leave out important information. Before applying or accepting participation, make sure you have read and understood the full study. Curemydisease.com takes no responsibility whatsoever for anything missed, misunderstood, or acted upon as a result of our summary — we know it does not capture everything.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for AGING are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Locations
-
NUS, Department of Food Science and Technology, 1 Science Drive 3, Block S13, #03-07
Singapore, 117550, Singapore