Seim H C, Holtmeier K B
University of Minnesota Medical School-Minneapolis.
Am Fam Physician. 1993 Apr;47(5):1183-9.
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.
肥胖是老年人中常见的一种营养不良形式。体重过度增加与身体活动减少以及维持体重所需热量的逐渐下降有关。肥胖会增加心肌梗死、中风、高血压、非胰岛素依赖型糖尿病、下肢骨关节炎以及几种癌症的风险。对于老年人使用的减肥计划，推荐了特定的指导方针。在限制膳食脂肪和碳水化合物热量摄入的同时，每天摄入约70克蛋白质是可取的。运动是减肥计划的重要组成部分，有助于提升整体幸福感。行动受限可能需要为老年患者采用创新的运动形式。
