Midlife Weight Loss Boosts Metabolism, But May Stress Brain: Study

• Midlife weight loss improves metabolism, blood sugar, and reduces diabetes/heart risks.
• A study on mice by Ben-Gurion University of the Negev found weight loss in older mice caused brain inflammation.
• Inflammation in the hypothalamus, a brain region controlling appetite, was observed and lasted weeks.
• Prolonged brain inflammation is linked to cognitive decline and diseases like Alzheimer's.
• Dr Alon Zemer highlights weight loss benefits but urges more research on midlife brain response; consult doctors for a holistic approach.

Why It Matters: Midlife weight loss benefits metabolism but may cause temporary brain stress; holistic approach and more human research needed.