Many clinicians believe that malnutrition and obesity are mutually exclusive. However, researchers have identified sarcopenic obesity, which is the perfect storm of reduced lean muscle mass, increased fat stores, inflammation, and numerous metabolic complications. Share this graphic to spread the word - all patients with sarcopenia and malnutrition need nutrition intervention, regardless of body size.
I always championed the nutritional support of people with obese BMIs in ICU. Thankfully it became less of a controversy as the years passed!
From a previous Body-Profile Type classification project, Body-Profile Type C is one example of how an individual can be obese (excess body fat), be normal weight, with normal BMI and WC under 40 in., with reduced muscle mass, using male. An example why measuring body composition is useful.
I see it’s significant impact in patients under my care with end stage renal disease undegoing in center hemodialysis!
Can you share the published article with me?
La Malnutrizione che sia per difetto o per eccesso è ben nota a chi si occupa di Nutrizione Clinica..è preoccupante che molti dei professionisti sanitari non siano al corrente e non adottino misure di cura immediate e di prevenzione.
Absolutely critical discussion! Addressing malnutrition in clinical settings is essential for improving patient outcomes.
Registered Dietitian
1moThe causes of obesity are way more complex than eating poorly and not working out.