Interaction Between Diet and Physical Activity in Older People

J. W. Beals, E. L. Shy, N. A. Burd

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Abstract

Nutrition and physical activity represent two readily modified behaviors that can have profound impact on the health of older adults. Both poor nutrition and physical inactivity are independent risk factors for most chronic diseases, but when interventions target these lifestyle factors in combination they can have profound benefits for health. Skeletal muscle health is important for several processes that govern disease risk and is important for physical performance. With aging, many people experience a decline in muscle mass and function, which can limit overall health. Here we discuss the most important potential interactions between nutrition and physical activity for health.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Title of host publicationFood for the Aging Population
EditorsMonique M Raats, Lisette C P G M de Groot, Dieneke van Asselt
PublisherWoodhead Publishing
Pages185-201
Number of pages17
Edition2
ISBN (Print)9780081003480
DOIs
StatePublished - 2017

Publication series

NameWoodhead Publishing Series in Food Science, Technology and Nutrition

Keywords

  • Aging
  • Carbohydrates
  • Exercise
  • Macronutrient metabolism
  • Nutrition
  • Protein
  • Skeletal muscle

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • General Engineering
  • General Agricultural and Biological Sciences

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