Decreasing COVID-19 Risk Factors for Older Adults by Using Digital Technology to Implement a Plant-Based-Diet: An Opinion

Decreasing COVID-19 Risk Factors for Older Adults by Using Digital Technology to Implement a Plant-Based-Diet: An Opinion

A disproportionate number of COVID-19 cases affect older, minority populations. Obese older adults are at higher risk of developing severe COVID-19 complications and lower survival rates, and minority older adults often experience higher rates of obesity. A plant-based diet intervention may improve...

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Published in:JMIR aging Vol. 4; no. 3; p. e25327
Main Authors: Benavides, Heidi Lynn, Meireles, Christiane Lumachi, Benavente, Viola, Mays, Mary Helen, Wang, Jing
Format: Journal Article
Language:English
Published: Toronto JMIR Publications 01-07-2021
Subjects:
Chronic illnesses
COVID-19
Obesity
Older people
Plant-based foods
Risk factors
Telemedicine
Vegetarianism
Viewpoint
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United States > US
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Summary:A disproportionate number of COVID-19 cases affect older, minority populations. Obese older adults are at higher risk of developing severe COVID-19 complications and lower survival rates, and minority older adults often experience higher rates of obesity. A plant-based diet intervention may improve COVID-19-related modifiable risk factors for obesity. Encouraging the consumption of plant-based diets comprising vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, seeds, and nuts by utilizing community outreach strategies and digital technology can contribute to improving COVID-19 risk factors among this population.
ISSN:2561-7605
2561-7605
DOI:10.2196/25327