Wednesday, November 25, 2020

Study: Age doesn't hinder successful weight loss

Study: Age doesn't hinder successful weight loss

A study in Clinical Endocrinology found that patients with obesity, ages between 60 and 78, had a 7.3% body weight reduction after lifestyle interventions, compared with a 6.9% body weight reduction among those younger than age 60, an indication that age is not a barrier to weight loss. The hospital-based program, which was tailored to each of the 242 patients, consisted of dietary changes, encouragement of physical activity and psychological support.

Full Story: Medical Dialogues (11/23) 


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