There have been relatively few extended longitudinal studies of bone mineral density (BMD) and anthropometric characteristics in the elderly. We recorded baseline measurements (height, weight, body mass index (BMI)) and BMD in 292 relatively healthy individuals (mean age: 75 years females, 76 years...
In the general population, body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference are recognized risk factors for several chronic diseases and all-cause mortality. However, whether these associations are the same for older adults is less clear. The association of baseline BMI and waist circumference with al...
There have been relatively few extended longitudinal studies of bone mineral density (BMD) and anthropometric characteristics in the elderly. We recorded baseline measurements (height, weight, body mass index (BMI)) and BMD in 292 relatively healthy individuals (mean age: 75 years females, 76 ...
Objectives To assess the BMI, life-style, and healthy status, and explore relationships between these parameters, among Menorca's free living elderly people. Methods A cross-sectional survey carried out in Menorca Island in 2009. A random sample (n=450) of the elderly population (≥65 years)...
The elderly, compared with younger age groups, had higher HEI scores on the fruits, sodium, and cholesterol components. Results also showed that the independent effect of advanced age upon component scores, as well as upon the total HEI scores, is notably strong. Results provide insight into ...
In order to classify and analyze the parameters of upper body posture in clinical or physiotherapeutic settings, a baseline in the form of standard values with special regard to age, sex and BMI is required. Thus, subjectively healthy men and women aged
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However, this association is less clear in older adults as a higher BMI has been associated with better cognitive performance, and lower risk of Alzheimer's disease. This study sought to better understand the relationship between weight and cognitive performance in healthy older adults, and ...
BMI: The body mass index (BMI) is a value that uses the height and weight of an individual to determine the health and overall fatness of the body. BMI is essential in the health sector as it can easily imply that an individual m...
The article presents information on the Healthy People (HP) 2010 initiative released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) in January 2000. The initiative focuses on areas and objectives that aim to improve the health of the people in the U.S. over the next 10 years...