Obesity in over-50s linked to dementia

Keeping BMI under control could play a 'significant role' in reducing the risk of dementia, say UK researchers
Australian Associated Press

People in their 50s who are obese have a 31% increased risk of dementia later in life compared with those of the same age with normal weight, a new UK study suggests.

Scientists from University College London (UCL), who conducted the research, say the risk may be particularly high for women who have abdominal obesity.