Nutritional frailty is a common condition in older adults (affecting approximately 25% of people aged 85 years and over), characterised by reduced physiological reserve and resilience, as well as an imbalance between caloric intake and energy expenditure.

This condition may contribute to malnutrition, weight loss, and muscle mass reduction, increasing the risk of deteriorating health and loss of independence.

Early recognition of nutritional frailty is essential in order to implement appropriate nutritional support and prevent complications.