Health and Wellness Review

Stay Lean to Stay Smart
By Brian Hanrahan

A recent study conducted at UCLA found that obese people had on average 8% less brain mass than those of normal weight. In addition, the brains of those obese showed signs of degeneration seen in people 16 years older.

The researchers conducting the study said that obese individuals could experience attention, memory and movement deficiencies due to excess weight. They are also at greater risk of developing cognitive problems such as Alzheimer's disease.

The study researchers pointed to information provided by the World Health Organization. The WHO estimates that there are currently one billion people in the World who are overweight. This problem, as they state, is due to poor diet, particularly a heavy reliance on processed foods.

Jack Lalanne says…"if man makes it, don't eat it." It's advice worth heeding. We have a huge dependence on processed foods that come ready to eat. Everything that comes in a box or bag, ready to consume, will probably do more harm than good. Why are these things so prevalent? They are everywhere because these things are quick and easy; they taste good, and we take the path of least resistance in our fast paced world.

Could avoiding processed foods be smart? It's not only smart. It could keep us that way. As research shows, exercise and good nutrition aren't just good for the body. They are also good for the mind as well. If we're smart, and want to stay that way, we'll throw out the bag of potato chips and get to the gym.

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