Life-course BMI and biomarkers in persons aged 60 years or older: a comparison of the USA and Costa Rica.

David H RehkopfAndrew DuongWilliam H DowLuis Rosero-Bixby

Published in: Public health nutrition (2018)

Current levels of cardiovascular risk biomarkers are not only the product of current levels of BMI, but also of maximum lifetime BMI, particularly for levels of HbA1c and for HDL-cholesterol. Managing maximum obtained BMI over the life course may be most critical for maintaining the healthiest levels of cardiovascular risk.

Keyphrases

body mass index
weight gain
physical activity
middle aged
community dwelling