Older people should maintain a healthy weight for better overall health and longevity. The Body Mass Index (BMI) is commonly used to measure weight and can be calculated using the formula: BMI = weight (kg) ÷ height (m)2. The Nutrition Society suggests that older individuals should aim for a BMI between 20 and 26.
Obesity in 60-year-olds can lead to various chronic diseases such as diabetes, disturbances in purine metabolism, as well as respiratory and joint problems. On the other hand,Being too thin can accelerate aging and result in wrinkled skin.
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