It was possible to prove the relationship between appetite and mortality, especially in the elderly. It was found that eating disorders significantly increase the risk of early death, Israeli nutritionists reported.

The study involved more than 300 people aged 70 to 85 years. It was noted that a sense of appetite can predict death in old age, even after taking into account the factors of overall well-being and the presence of chronic diseases, physical activity and physical activity (visits to gyms, swimming pools and t. ), As well as other variables.

It was found that people with poor appetite died much earlier even under normal for their age health.

Specialists found that elderly people with a good appetite had a significantly reduced risk of death from all causes. Scientists have so far failed to explain how appetite can affect life expectancy. As an assumption, a version is considered that appetite is largely dependent on internal aging processes, as well as on age-related hormonal changes.

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