Experts Advise Prioritizing Metabolic Health Over Weight Alone for Aging Well

Experts emphasize that focusing solely on body weight or BMI can misrepresent health, especially as people age. Cardiologists highlight metabolic health markers like blood pressure, glucose, and muscle mass as better indicators of longevity. After 60, weight loss benefits vary and may risk muscle and bone loss. Age-related muscle decline and slowing metabolism contribute to fat gain, particularly abdominal fat in Indians. Adjusting calorie intake and monitoring metabolic health are advised over just weight reduction.