January 2nd, 2009
Memory Problems in Old Age Caused By Obesity?
Previously, it was showed that obesity is
connected to high blood pressure, diabetes, or cardiovascular diseases.
However, being overweight or obese in old age is not necessary linked
to memory loss, according to recent study.
The study conducted during a six year period involved almost 3,900
people over age 65 in Chicago where thirty-seven percent were
overweight and twenty-five percent were obese. At the beginning of the
study, the participants were given four cognitive tests and the
experience repeated every three years during the study period.