Maintaining a healthy weight is important for reducing cardiovascular risks in individuals with type 2 diabetes. A study presented at the European Congress on Obesity found that for diabetes patients under 65, a BMI between 23 and 25 kg/m² is ideal, while those over 65 benefit from a BMI between 26 and 28 kg/m². The study analyzed nearly 23,000 adults with type 2 diabetes and found that optimal BMI levels varied with age. Middle-aged individuals with a BMI in the overweight range had a higher risk of cardiovascular death, while older adults in the same range had a lower risk. However, more research is needed due to limitations in the study.
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Being Moderately Overweight Lowers Cardiovascular Death Risk In Older Adults With Diabetes: Study
