Body composition is related to cognitive function among young adults in Ghana
Linda Fabea,
Freda Dzifa Intiful,
Irene E. Hatsu
et al.
Abstract:Background
A growing body of evidence suggests that obesity can affect cognitive function. However, it is unclear whether this effect is independent of obesity-related comorbidities. This study thus sought to determine the association between body composition and cognitive function of young adults in Ghana with less predisposition to obesity-related comorbidities.
Methods
A cross-sectional study design was employed, involving 381 participants recru… Show more
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