Belly fat linked to signs of Alzheimer’s 20 years before symptoms begin, study says
Belly fat, also known as visceral fat, may contribute to brain atrophy and early markers of Alzheimer’s disease, new research found.
Belly fat could predict Alzheimer's 20 years before symptoms show, study finds
A new study presented at the Radiological Society of North America annual meeting explored the link between obesity and the development of Alzheimer’s.
‘Hidden’ fat could predict Alzheimer’s disease up to 20 years before symptoms, research finds
In the latest Alzheimer’s research, hidden fat in various parts of the body was shown to be an early warning sign of the common dementia — as much as 20 years before symptoms emerged.
Deep Belly Fat May Help Spur Alzheimer's Decades Before Symptoms Begin
Buildup of this visceral fat in middle age may boost levels of the two damaging brain proteins, called amyloid and tau, explained a team led by Dr. Mahsa Dolatshahi, of Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. Actual symptoms of Alzheimer's disease may not arise until many years later.
New study finds a links belly fat to the development of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers discover a link between visceral fat around the midsection and an increased risk of developing Alzheimer’s. Would you believe […]
Alzheimer's 'could be detected 20 years before dementia symptoms start to show'
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