Effectiveness of Nutritional Interventions in Pre-Frail or Frail Older Adults: A Scoping Review.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: Frailty is a complex geriatric syndrome that requires a comprehensive evaluation. This approach should consider not only physical symptoms but also cognitive, psychological, functional, nutritional, and social aspects. Nutritional status is a critical and modifiable factor, making it a key area for intervention in the prevention and management of frailty. Therefore, a scoping review was conducted to determine the effectiveness of nutritional intervention in frail/pre-frail older adults. Methods: We adopted the PRISMA-Scoping approach, and we sought studies published in MEDLINE and Scopus databases. Results: We screened 3038 studies and finally we included a total of 19 studies. The interventions included nutritional education, counseling, and sup

SUBMITTER: Bouloukaki I 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12841772 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature