Sleep Disturbances and Biomarkers of Sarcopenic OBesity

The general objective of this study is to identify biomarkers of sleep quality, sarcopenia, insulin resistance, oxidative stress and inflammation associated with prefrailty in middle-aged and elderly obese subjects through the integrated study of sleep patterns, functional cardiovascular testing, olfactory function and circulating molecules. Results from the SleSOB study will contribute to identify molecular and functional determinants of prefrailty, to allow early targeted interventions and will have important implications for empowerment of elderly citizens to self-management of preventive measures and healthy lifestyle.