Cross-sectional Age Differences in Body Composition in Persons 60 + Years of Age

1995376 citationsJournal Article

Authors

Richard Baumgartner · University of New Mexico

P. M. Stauber · University of New Mexico

Daniel Mchugh · University of New Mexico

Kathleen M. Koehler · University of New Mexico

Philip J. Garry · University of New Mexico

Abstract

"Sarcopenia," or muscle loss, continues to occur into old age, and may have significant impacts on physical function and health status. New anthropometric techniques are needed for assessing muscle loss with age.

Topics & Keywords

Nutrition and Health in Aging Body Composition Measurement Techniques Frailty in Older Adults

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: The Journals of Gerontology Series A

Volume 50A, Issue 6, pp. M307-M316

DOI: 10.1093/gerona/50a.6.m307

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