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Physical Activity, Fruit and Vegetable Intake, and Health-Related Quality of Life Among Older Chinese, Hispanics, and Blacks in New York City

Simona C. Kwon, Laura C. Wyatt, Julie Kranick, Nadia Islam, Carlos Devia, Carol R. Horowitz, Chau Trinh‐Shevrin

American Journal of Public Health · 2015 · 38 citations · 47 references

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Findings indicated variations between HRQOL and PA by racial/ethnic subgroup. Despite being highly insured, recommendations for PA and F&V intake were not met. There is a need to promote healthy living behaviors among aging NYC racial/ethnic populations.

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