In comparison with previous studies, in our study there was no significant difference in hsCRP and IL-6 in participants at risk of malnutrition and those who were well-nourished, nevertheless, those at risk of malnutrition had significantly higher IL-8, OPG and sTNFRII concentrations, but higher levels of IL-18. Here, TNFRSF11B is linked to nutritional deficiency disease.