Abstract
WHAT IS ALREADY KNOWN ABOUT THIS TOPIC? Early-life malnutrition influences lifestyle behaviors and health outcomes, particularly in vulnerable populations, such as elderly hypertensive populations. WHAT IS ADDED BY THIS REPORT? This study revealed that malnutrition among infant and toddler exposed, preschool exposed, school-aged child exposed, and adolescent exposed groups was associated with increased smoking and drinking behaviors and a lower likelihood of maintaining a healthy weight and avoiding central obesity. WHAT ARE THE IMPLICATIONS FOR PUBLIC HEALTH PRACTICE? Public health interventions should target elderly individuals exposed to early-life malnutrition to address long-term risks and mitigate the health impacts of food scarcity and natural disasters.