High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT), Anti-Inflammatory Nutritional Intake, and Aging in Obese Patients: Literature Review

Obesity has become a global epidemic affecting 650 million people worldwide. The burden of obesity is reflected in healthcare costs and disability. Aging and systemic inflammation play important roles. Training is essential to reduce metabolic risk factors. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) has been shown in many studies to reduce obesity as well as inflammation and improve adipose tissue. Another approach to obesity management is nutritional control. Manipulation of dietary composition, elimination or restriction of certain food groups, and scheduling adjustments are strategies used. Importantly, the aging process is also accelerated by obesity and disrupts the immune response. Physical training can improve health in elderly individuals with obesity by reducing body fat and systemic inflammation.