Caloric Restriction and Health, Aging and Later-Life Outcomes in Older Adults

Abstract

The prevalence of obesity (BMI ≥30 kg/m2) among older adults (65+ years) in the U.S. has almost doubled over the last three decades, with approximately 40% of older adults living with obesity. Lifestyle modifications of moderate caloric restriction (CR) have been shown to improve the metabolic and functional health in older adults (e.g.