title: Treatment of obesity in the elderly.
abstract: Obesity is a common form of malnutrition among the elderly. Excessive weight gain is associated with decreased physical activity and a progressive decline in caloric requirements for weight maintenance. Obesity increases the risk of myocardial infarction, stroke, hypertension, noninsulin-dependent diabetes, osteoarthritis of the lower extremities and several types of cancer. Specific guidelines are recommended for weight-loss programs used in the elderly. While calories from dietary fats and carbohydrates are restricted, a protein intake of approximately 70 g per day is desirable. Exercise is an important part of the weight-loss program and contributes to a general sense of well-being. Limitation of motion may necessitate innovative forms of exercise for elderly patients.
authors: University of Minnesota Medical School-Minneapolis.
authors: H C
authors: HC
authors: Seim
authors: K B
authors: KB
authors: Holtmeier
mesh_terms: D000368:Aged; D001521:Behavior Therapy; D004038:Diet, Reducing; D005081:Exercise Therapy; D006801:Humans; D009751:Nutritional Requirements; D009765:Obesity / Q000628:therapy*; D010353:Patient Education as Topic