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Obesity + Sarcopenia = Sarcopenic Obesity

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Dec 26, 2022
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The prevalence of obesity in combination with sarcopenia (the age-related loss of muscle mass and strength or physical function) is increasing in adults aged 65 years and older.

This sets the scene for cognitive decline. (Besides promoting "frailty")!

As the belly enlarges, the belly fat sends out cytokines that cross the blood-brain barrier, and literall…

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