The Delicens2021 study investigated the safety of combining whey protein (20 g) with pomegranate extract (650 mg) in adults aged ≥65 years. Conducted as a 21-day randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial, it compared a protein–maltodextrin control with the protein–pomegranate group. Results demonstrated that supplementation was safe and well-tolerated, with no adverse events or significant abnormalities in hematological, biochemical, or physical evaluations. This trial represents a crucial preparatory step in addressing undernutrition and frailty in older populations, supporting the development of protein- and polyphenol-enriched dietary solutions aimed at maintaining health, functionality, and nutritional balance in the elderly.
Source: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05527249?intr=Dietary%20supplement&aggFilters=status:com&rank=2
