Visceral Fat and Its Link to Alzheimer’s Brain Plaques

Exploring the role of visceral fat in brain health and Alzheimer’s risk during midlife

Dec 03, 2024

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Topline

Higher visceral fat levels in midlife correlate with increased amyloid plaque and tau protein accumulation in the brain, hallmarks of Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers suggest lifestyle changes and emerging treatments could mitigate these risks.

Study Details

A groundbreaking study led by Mahsa Dolatshahi, MD, from the Mallinckrodt Institute of Radi…

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