U.S., March 7 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT07456319) titled 'Sustainable Insect-based Protein Supplement in the Elderly: a Pilot Study' on Feb. 11.
Brief Summary: This pilot randomized, double-blind, controlled trial evaluated the effects of a Tenebrio molitor-enriched protein biscuit combined with a structured physical activity program on cardiometabolic health in older adults. Participants aged 65 years and older were assigned to receive either insect-based or control biscuits following supervised exercise sessions for 28 days. Primary outcomes focused on changes in lipid profile, while secondary outcomes included anthropometric measures, body composition, blood pressure, physical function,...