2024-03-16 00:04:15
Scientists at University College Cork have uncovered a new danger from obesity, finding evidence of depression in middle-aged and older people independent of other illnesses and lifestyle factors. This was reported in an article published in the journal PLOS ONE.
Researchers analyzed health data from more than 1,800 adult volunteers, comparing body mass index (BMI) with measures of mental health. Each of the participants, aged 46 to 73 years, gave permission to access their medical records and also fasted overnight before giving blood samples to check their hemoglobin and glucose levels. Weight, height, and waist circumference were also measured to calculate BMI.
Experts have identified what they describe as a link between BMI and feelings of ill health. This correlation was more typical for women than for men. It has been suggested that the decline in mental health among obese older adults is likely to be related to social and physical factors, including social stigma, prejudice and discrimination.
However, obesity also leads to health problems, including joint and back pain, fibromyalgia and cardiovascular disease.
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