Effect of a New High-protein Oral Supplement on Functional Parameters in Patients in Nursing Homes

Effet d'Une supplémentation Avec Une Nouvelle préparation hyperprotéinée et Hypercalorique Sur l'évolution Des paramètres Fonctionnels, Nutritionnels et Cognitifs Chez la Personne âgée en Institution

The objective of this study is to determine whether a supplementation with a new high-protein oral supplement can improve the evolution of functional parameters in elderly patients in nursing homes.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Man or woman aged more than 60 years old
• Living in a nursing home for at least 2 months
• Malnourished or at risk of malnutrition (MNA<23.5 or BMI<24 or albumin<35 g/l or weight loss of more than 5 kg in the last 6 months)
• Without dementia or with moderate dementia (MMSE > or =10/30)
• Able to walk without human assistance (technical assistance allowed)
• No vitamin D supplementation
• Able to follow the study procedures and agreed to consume oral supplement

Exclusion Criteria:

• Severe dementia (MMSE < 10/30)
• Enteral nutrition
• Severe renal or hepatic impairment
• Cancer with chemotherapy
• Uncontrolled diabetes
• Lactose intolerance
• Cow's milk protein allergy