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Higher BMI linked to faster cognitive decline in long-term study
Key Takeaways
- The 24-year analysis followed more than 8,200 adults over age 50.
- Higher BMI was associated with faster declines in memory, overall cognition and executive function.
- The association was most pronounced among adults older than 65.
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