"Rapid weight loss, when it occurs in older women can be a sign of bad things to come such as early institutionalization, cognitive decline, Alzheimer's disease, and pose a higher risk for falls and fractures," Dr Smith said.
When looking at the one-in-two women that had moderate to extensive AAC, they were 36 percent and 58 percent more likely to have rapid weight loss over the five years. The results remained similar after adjusting for dietary factors, blood pressure and cholesterol. Importantly this link was still seen in women meeting protein and energy and physical activity recommendations.
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