Does low body mass index matter? Relationship between body mass index and subjective well-being among long-lived women over 95 years of age

Conclusion For long-lived women, low BMI, rather than elevated BMI, is an indicator of poor psychological well-being. The findings call for public health awareness about low body weight in long-lived women, especially in those with physical disabilities when focusing on quality of life.
Source: The Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging - Category: Nutrition Source Type: research