Food insecurity as a predictor of all-cause mortality and premature mortality among older adults: a longitudinal cohort analysis of ELSA study.

Vincenza Gianfredi, Daniele Nucci, Pinar Soysal, Stefania Maggi, Alberto Castagna, Andrea Cozza, Vincenzo Baldo, Nicola Veronese

Department of Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular Sciences, and Public Health, University of Padua, via Loredan, 18, 35122, Padua, Italy. [email protected] of Cardiac, Thoracic, Vascular Sciences, and Public Health, University of Padua, via Loredan, 18, 35122, Padua, Italy. [email protected]. · pubmed

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Abstract

Food insecurity is a growing public health concern, particularly among older adults, as it has been linked to adverse health outcomes, including chronic diseases, sarcopenia and functional decline. However, its direct association with all-cause and premature mortality remains underexplored.

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Research summary

Food insecurity is associated with increased all-cause and premature mortality among older adults. The study addresses a significant social determinant of health that can influence longevity outcomes in aging populations.

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