Association of lifestyle modifications with frailty in older adults: A cross-sectional study using NHANES.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Background: Frailty significantly impacts healthy aging, yet lifestyle interventions may reduce its prevalence. This study investigated the association between a comprehensive lifestyle score, comprising eight modifiable factors (diet, physical activity, smoking, sleep, body mass index [BMI], non-HDL cholesterol, blood glucose, and blood pressure), and frailty risk in older adults, identifying key components for targeted interventions.

Methods

Using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES, 2005-2018), we analyzed 10,065 adults aged ≥60 years (mean age: 69.61, 54.97 % female). Each lifestyle factor was scored from 0 to 100, and frailty was defined using a 49-item index (>0.21). Weighted logistic regression assessed individual associat

SUBMITTER: Wu Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12399231 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature