A new study has found low muscle mass and strength in the context of high fat mass may be an important predictor of cognitive performance in older adults.
Investigators call the combination of less muscle plus high fat “skinny fat.”
While sarcopenia, the loss of muscle tissue that is part of aging, as well as obesity can negatively impact overall health and cognitive function, the new investigation finds their coexistence poses an even higher threat, surpassing their individual...
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source https://psychcentral.com/news/2018/07/08/skinny-fat-pairing-may-predict-cognitive-skills-in-older-adults/136760.html
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