News about obesity problems, particularly among children, are frequent occurrences in today’s America. Generally speaking, however, the focus when it comes to weight loss is on general health – as well as long-term problems for which obesity is a significant risk factor (e.g. diabetes, heart disease, etc.). No one is suggesting that focus should change, but a new study out of Kent State University has shown there’s more weight loss than improving physical health – it improves patients’ mental health as well, particularly memory function and concentration.
Conducted by John Gunstad, an associate professor of psychology, and a team of researchers spanning several locations, the study group examined 150 people.
John Memmer has struggled with his weight for quite some time, but recently dropped from 300 to 185 pounds.