Projections of Trends in Overweight in the Elderly Population in Germany until 2030 and International Comparison
Background/Aims: To project the numbers of pre-obese (BMI 25-29.99 kg/m²) and obese (BMI > 30 kg/m²) men and women aged 50+ in Germany until 2030 and to compare our estimates with actual figures from four European countries and the USA. Estimates are based on six scenarios encompassing improvemen...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Karger Publishers
2014-02-01
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| Series: | Obesity Facts |
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| Online Access: | http://www.karger.com/Article/FullText/358738 |