Adaptation behaviors modify the effects of body fat on heat-related symptoms among Taiwanese elderly

CONCLUSIONS: Elevated body fat levels, indicative of obesity, corresponded with an increased risk of heat-related symptoms. Integrating multiple adaptive behaviors can diminish the negative health impact of body fat on heat-induced symptoms. However, certain commonly adopted practices might not confer expected benefits.PMID:37979230 | DOI:10.1016/j.ijheh.2023.114296
Source: International Journal of Hygiene and Environmental health - Category: Environmental Health Authors: Source Type: research