Mediterranean Diet and Physical Activity for Successful Aging: An Update for Nutritionists and Endocrinologists

  • Frias-Toral E
  • Chapela S
  • de los Angeles Carignano M
  • et al.
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Abstract

The constant advancement in the medical field has allowed for the diagnosis and treatment of several health conditions. It has also contributed to increasing the average human lifespan, which is considered an outstanding achievement in history. Nevertheless, the impact of this in an ever-increasing aged population with chronic diseases and, most of the time, with limited and poor quality of life was not considered. Thus, it is imperative to establish strategies to age successfully. In order to do have a better understanding of this crucial issue, this review will analyze the endocrine changes in the elderly. It will present common conditions found in this population, chronic inflammation, and oxidative stress. Additionally, we will explain aging-related metabolic and physical performance decline related to hormone changes and lifestyle modifications. We will propose the Mediterranean diet and some specific guidelines about physical activity as part of the plan to have an active and successful aging process.

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Frias-Toral, E., Chapela, S., de los Angeles Carignano, M., Moretti, D., Martinuzzi, A., Rodríguez-Veintimilla, D., … Barrea, L. (2021). Mediterranean Diet and Physical Activity for Successful Aging: An Update for Nutritionists and Endocrinologists. Endocrines, 2(4), 366–383. https://doi.org/10.3390/endocrines2040034

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