Human study · Nutrition · 2 Oct 2026
Association between tooth retention and lower inflammatory dietary pattern in older adults
Source: Frontiers in Aging
What the research found
IntroductionTooth loss is highly prevalent among older adults and may compromise food selection, diet quality, and adherence to proinflammatory dietary patterns, thereby contributing to chronic inflammation and adverse health outcomes. This study investigated the association between tooth retention and the inflammatory potential of the diet among older adults.MethodsA cross-sectional analysis was conducted among 1,07
Evidence level: Human study. A study in people, but an association isn't proof of cause.
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