Belly fat linked to brain decay and early signs of Alzheimer’s, study finds
Belly fat, also known as visceral fat, may contribute to brain atrophy and early markers of Alzheimer’s disease, new research found.
Deep belly fat could predict Alzheimer's disease decades ahead of symptoms
People who are obese and harbor deep belly fat are at higher risk for developing Alzheimer's disease-specific proteins in the brain up to 20 years before the earliest dementia symptoms, a new study suggests.
How one health concern could predict Alzheimer’s disease decades before first symptoms occur
The physicians tied a specific type of body fat, known as visceral fat, to higher levels of abnormal proteins in the brain that are indicators of Alzheimer’s. Visceral fat builds up around and between internal organs and can increase the risk of serious health issues. It is different than subcutaneous fat, which is fat just below the skin.
Belly fat could trigger Alzheimer’s 20 years before symptoms show, study suggests
Excessive belly fat may start causing Alzheimer’s disease 20 years before symptoms emerge, new research suggests.
Belly fat linked to signs of Alzheimer’s 20 years before symptoms begin, study says
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