Improvement of oral hypofunction by a comprehensive oral and physical exercise programme including textured lunch gatherings.

The deterioration of oral function to a state of oral hypofunction (OHF) is reportedly associated with malnutrition and frailty. Thus, we Investigated the association of OHF with physical characteristics and function and test the effects of a programme including comprehensive oral and physical exercises and textured lunch gatherings (COPE-TeL programme) on oral and physical function in older adults with OHF. Eighty-six community-dwelling older adults were randomly assigned into control (n = 43) or intervention (n = 43) groups.

Effects of textured foods on masticatory muscle activity in older adults with oral hypofunction.

Background: Preserving sufficient oral function and maintaining proper nutrition are essential to prevent frailty. Thus, we have developed "munchy" foods that contain harder textures and are rich in protein.

Objectives: This study aimed to test the effects of masticating textured foods on masticatory muscle activity in young and older adults.