The Relationship Between Nutrition and Exercise Habits and Biochemical Parameters in Non-Smoking Elderly Individuals

Authors : Gökhan Doğukan Akarsu, Meral Ekim

Pages : 299-305

Doi:10.37990/medr.1557023

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Publication Date : 2025-05-09

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :Aim: The aim of this study is to examine the relationship between nutrition, physical activity and biochemical parameters in non-smokers aged 65 and over. Material and Method: The study was completed with 180 participants in the cardiovascular surgery outpatient clinic of a public hospital located in Central Anatolia, Türkiye. Data were collected using a questionnaire form prepared by the researchers. Independent sample t-test and Pearson correlation test were used in the analysis of the data. Results: The mean age of the participants was 72.36±5.65 years, 56.7% were illiterate, 60% had less income than expenses, and 73.3% had chronic diseases. It was determined that individuals who consumed at least one serving of fruit/vegetables per day had significantly lower glucose (p<0.05) and HDL (p<0.05) levels compared to those who consumed more. Participants who exercised for at least 30 minutes three times a week had significantly higher B9 levels (p<0.05). Fish consumption was associated with lower glucose, creatinine, cholesterol, HDL and B12 levels (p<0.05). Conclusion: The study emphasizes that regular nutrition and physical activity have a significant effect on biochemical parameters in elderly individuals. It is recommended that social policies be implemented to improve nutrition and exercise habits in order to promote healthy aging, improve quality of life and support better health outcomes among the elderly population.
Keywords : Nutritional status, health services for the aged, diet, healthy, biochemistry, exercise

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