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This is a Cross-Sectional Study study.

Association Between Nutritional Scores and BMI Among Elderly in Shanghai Communities: A Community Health Survey

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Cross-sectional survey shows positive correlation between BMI and nutritional assessment in elderly, highlighting malnutrition risks.

BMI positively correlated with nutritional scores, indicating better nutrition with higher BMI.
Mean BMI was 22.85 kg/m² among 106 elderly residents, with 30.2% overweight.
Cross-sectional survey conducted over four years provided demographic and nutritional data.
Focus on BMI alone may overlook malnutrition risks in overweight elderly individuals.

Ke et al. (2025) studied this question.

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