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Excess Abdominal Weight Linked to Dementia in Women

In a report from CNN Health, excess weight in the middle is linked to increased risk of dementia in women. When dementia becomes debilitating, Social Security disability benefits may be available.

Some risk factors for dementia are not preventable, such as a family history of it; however, other risk factors could be prevented by making healthy lifestyle changes. When there is excess amount of weight around a woman’s stomach, researchers have found higher amounts of a hormone, known as adiponectin, are present.

Adiponectin is found to increase the risk of brain function impairment, leading to conditions such as Alzheimer’s. This is the most common form of dementia, with nearly 80% of the elderly being impacted worldwide, according to the World Alzheimer’s Report.

Additionally, the Alzheimer’s Association finds that 2/3 of the patients with this debilitating disease are women and although it usually strikes older adults, dementia is beginning to develop in younger adults as well.

When a debilitating condition impacts an individual’s ability to work, they may qualify for disability benefits. If you are suffering a serious health condition in Georgia, a Social Security disability attorney can help you seek the benefits you may be entitled to.

Filing for Social Security disability benefits is complicated and time-consuming, but at LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A., our team of disability attorneys is ready for the challenge. We like to empower our clients by providing a FREE Social Security disability guide so you can learn more about the process of filing for disability benefits.

When you’re ready to get started, contact The Law Offices of LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. to begin your claim. Our state-of-the-art, customized intake and database system means less hassle, so you can focus on what’s most important to you instead of having to spend your days wading through confusing legalese and legal red tape. Call today - 1-888-234-5758.