U.S., April 3 -- ClinicalTrials.gov registry received information related to the study (NCT06906159) titled 'Cricket Protein Bioavailability in Younger, Middle-Aged and Older Adults' on Jan. 08.
Brief Summary: A global shift towards sustainable food sources is now emerging, largely due to the immense environmental pressure that comes from producing animal foods, particularly beef. Insects present a novel source of sustainable dietary protein due to their high protein content. This is particularly relevant for older adults, as protein becomes increasingly more important in later life. It helps to maintain muscle as we age, which is crucial for reducing frailty, falls and early mortality. We want to find out more about the digestion and abso...