Pilot Mobile for Dementia and Frailty

The main mobile intervention features. Tracking and immediate feedback: Pressing the icon launches a short series of questions with multiple-choice response options focusing on recent meals . The survey items are modeled after the 14-item Mediterranean Adherence Screener using simplified language and intuitive visuals to lower cognitive load. Based on responses to the survey, the app provides an intuitive visualization of the survey results, personalized feedback, and recipes on how to improve the person's diet. On-demand resources: individuals are able to access on-demand resources about the MedD diet, its benefits, and best dietary practices. The recipe page includes a personalized list of simple breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snack recipes based on the survey results with step by step instructions on how to prepare Mediterranean foods. In-app messaging: Individuals are able to receive notifications and send and receive messages.

Participants randomly allocated to the control group will receive educational materials on healthy eating, as provided on the NIA web page (https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/healthy-eating).