Adults over 65 whose weight decreases by more than 5% may experience faster cognitive decline. People whose weight varied the least demonstrated the lowest amount of cognitive decline, while people whose weight varied the most demonstrated between two and four times as much cognitive decline | AI News Digest
A study from Penn State reveals that adults over 65 who experience a weight decrease or fluctuation of more than 5% may face accelerated cognitive decline. Researchers analyzed data from over 4,300 older adults, finding that those with the least weight variation showed the slowest cognitive decline. Conversely, individuals with the most weight fluctuation experienced cognitive decline two to four times faster. The study emphasizes the importance of consistent weight monitoring for older adults to help protect cognitive health. While weight gain in older age does not correlate with increased cognitive decline, it is not recommended as a strategy for cognitive health.
