Cross-sectional analysis reveals exercise frequency and higher income improve daily living activities among older adults, highlighting key health factors.
Key Points
Higher exercise frequency is significantly linked to better performance in activities of daily living among older adults.
Older adults with higher incomes and balanced dietary habits have improved activities of daily living scores compared to lower-income individuals.
The cross-sectional analysis involved 400 community-dwelling older adults aged 60 and above in Thailand, assessing various behavioral and socioeconomic factors.
Findings suggest interventions targeting physical activity and nutrition may promote functional independence in older adults.