The Relationship Between Frailty, Obesity and Social Deprivation in Non-Institutionalized Elderly People

ConclusionsObesity (BMI ≥ 30kg / m2 and high waist circumference) was associated with increased frailty among older, non-institutionalized women who came for a periodic health prevention examination. Screening and prevention of obesity in the elderly appears to be a major public health issue, and remains a priority target for action.

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Source: The Journal of Nutrition, Health and Aging - September 5, 2020 Category: Nutrition Source Type: research