| Literature DB >> 28306660 |
Lorraine M Novosel1, Catherine A Grant, Lauren M Dormin, Timothy M Coleman.
Abstract
The prevalence of obesity and disability in older adults has significant public health implications. This case review discusses the benefits and risks of weight loss in older adults and outlines treatment options available to Medicare beneficiaries. The importance of preserving lean muscle mass in weight management is emphasized.Entities:
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Year: 2017 PMID: 28306660 DOI: 10.1097/01.NPR.0000513339.69567.75
Source DB: PubMed Journal: Nurse Pract ISSN: 0361-1817