The Paul Taylor Podcast
Wisdom Wednesdays: New Research on The Specific Type of Fat That Drives Alzheimer's Disease visceral fat
Nov 21, 2023
Recent research suggests a link between inflammation caused by visceral fat and Alzheimer's disease. Higher amounts of visceral fat lead to brain atrophy and inflammation. Visceral fat contributes to insulin resistance and inflammation in the brain, connecting to Alzheimer's. Controlling visceral fat is important for optimal brain health, involving factors like sleep, depression, exercise, and diet.
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- Higher levels of visceral fat in individuals in their 40s and 50s can lead to inflammation in the white matter of the brain, impairing communication between the brain and the rest of the body.
- Managing visceral fat through exercise, reducing alcohol consumption, and adopting a diet of real foods can help maintain brain health and decrease the risk of Alzheimer's disease.
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Link Between Deep Belly Fat and Brain Atrophy
A pilot study discussed in the podcast explored the relationship between deep belly fat, also known as visceral fat, and brain atrophy, particularly in the gray matter of the hippocampus. Individuals in their 40s and 50s with higher levels of visceral fat tend to have more inflammation in the white matter tracks of the brain. This inflammation impairs communication between the brain and the rest of the body. Previous studies focused on overall belly fat, but this study found that it is specifically visceral fat that is associated with brain atrophy and the development of Alzheimer's disease. Managing visceral fat through exercise, reducing alcohol consumption, and adopting a diet of real foods can help maintain brain health.
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