A new study has shown that being overweight in mid life affects how healthy women are when they are older.
Researchers from Boston in the US affirm that being overweight is associated with a 79 per cent decrease in the probability of maintaining the best possible health amongst those 70 or older.
The study uncovered that for every 1kg of weight gained since the age of 18, there is a 5 per cent decrease in the likelihood of having a healthy lifestyle, free of key chronic conditions like strokes, cancer, heart disease, diabetes and chronic respiratory diseases . This result is a comparison with women who were lean in mid life.
There are only a few studies which consider the between obesity in middle aged-women and good health in old age.
The overwhelming message that it is vital to maintain a healthy weight from early adulthood to enjoy a healthy older life is a great one especially as obesity is a key factor for Type 2 diabetes
80 per cent of Type 2 diabetics are overweight when diagnosed.
The optimal way to manage weight is by eating a healthy, balanced diet and doing a minimum of 30 minutes' exercise five times a week.
Being Overweight in Mid Life Can Affect Later Life Adversely
Tue, 06 Oct 2009
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