A large study tracking over 327, 000 adults in the UK found that deep belly fat, not just overall weight, may increase dementia risk. Out of those tracked, nearly 9, 000 developed dementia during the study. The strongest link was with vascular dementia, a type tied to poor blood flow in the brain, f
A recent study followed a large group of middle‑aged and older adults in China to see how long‑term fat around the belly affected their chances of having a stroke. Instead of looking at just one moment in time, researchers measured a special score called METS‑VF that combines several health indic
Ever wondered if your body shape affects your brain's health? New research shows that the balance between muscle and internal belly fat might be key to keeping your brain young. Scientists studied over a thousand healthy adults around 55 years old. They used advanced MRI scans to check muscles, bra
What if your body's muscle and fat levels could tell us something about your brain's age? A recent study suggests that might be the case. Scientists used full-body MRI scans and AI to examine 1, 164 adults. They wanted to see if muscle levels and fat distribution were linked to how young or old our
Have you ever thought about your neck size? It turns out, it might tell you more about your health than you think. While many people focus on blood pressure or BMI, neck circumference can reveal hidden health risks. This simple measurement can hint at serious issues like diabetes and heart disease.
In the realm of health, the location of fat in the body can be just as significant as the amount. Visceral fat, the type that accumulates around the organs, has a stronger connection to metabolic and heart health compared to fat stored in other areas. This type of fat is often linked to a higher ris
Ever wondered how belly fat affects bone health in women going through perimenopause? This is a big deal because it's a time when bones can get weaker. Researchers decided to look into this by studying women aged 40 to 60. They wanted to figure out how belly fat and overall body fat might be linke
