Metabolic diseases and healthy aging

Identifying environmental and behavioral risk factors and promoting public health

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ID22070747
AuthorsKexin Zhang (0000-0002-7942-6850, Weifang Medical University), Yujie Ma (0000-0001-6537-2604, Weifang Medical University), Youhong Luo (Weifang Medical University), Yixin Song (Weifang Medical University), Guoji Xiong (Weifang Medical University), Yanhui Ma (0000-0002-6465-974X, Weifang Medical University), Xiaodong Sun (0000-0001-5015-0945, Weifang Medical University, corresponding author), Chengxia Kan (0000-0002-4593-0303, Weifang Medical University)
Year2023
Volume11
Pages1253506-1253506
Publication date2023-10-13
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueFrontiers in Public Health (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2296-2565 • E-ISSN: 2296-2565
PublisherFrontiers Media SA (PUBLISHER • CH)
DOI10.3389/fpubh.2023.1253506
PMID37900047
OpenAlexW4387603436
LanguageEN
Citations received4
References cited162

Aging is a progressive and irreversible pathophysiological process that manifests as the decline in tissue and cellular functions, along with a significant increase in the risk of various aging-related diseases, including metabolic diseases. While advances in modern medicine have significantly promoted human health and extended human lifespan, metabolic diseases such as obesity and type 2 diabetes among the older adults pose a major challenge to global public health as societies age. Therefore, understanding the complex interaction between risk factors and metabolic diseases is crucial for promoting well-being and healthy aging. This review article explores the environmental and behavioral risk factors associated with metabolic diseases and their impact on healthy aging. The environment, including an obesogenic environment and exposure to environmental toxins, is strongly correlated with the rising prevalence of obesity and its comorbidities. Behavioral factors, such as diet, physical activity, smoking, alcohol consumption, and sleep patterns, significantly influence the risk of metabolic diseases throughout aging. Public health interventions targeting modifiable risk factors can effectively promote healthier lifestyles and prevent metabolic diseases. Collaboration between government agencies, healthcare providers and community organizations is essential for implementing these interventions and creating supportive environments that foster healthy aging

Diabetes mellitus · Environmental health · Obesity · Pathology · Psychiatry · Psychological intervention · Public health · Dietary Effects on Health · Genetics, Aging, and Longevity in Model Organisms · Medicine · Nutritional Studies and Diet · Gerontology

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