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Obesity's Lasting Impact on Brain Function Revealed

4/10/2025

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Long-term obesity patterns can profoundly impact brain structure and cognitive function, according to groundbreaking research by Prof. Anqi Qiu at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Analyzing UK Biobank data, the study identified five obesity trajectories, revealing that those who maintained or reduced their weight experienced minimal cognitive decline, while those with stable or increasing obesity faced significant brain damage. This underscores the urgent need for effective weight management strategies.

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Long-term obesity patterns can profoundly impact brain structure and cognitive function, according to groundbreaking research by Prof. Anqi Qiu at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Analyzing UK Biobank data, the study identified five obesity trajectories, revealing that those who maintained or reduced their weight experienced minimal cognitive decline, while those with stable or increasing obesity faced significant brain damage. This underscores the urgent need for effective weight management strategies.