India, May 1 -- One of the most underrated effects of obesity on the body is its ability to impact cognitive abilities. In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Dr. Aasim Maldar, consultant - endocrinologist and diabetologist, P. D. Hinduja Hospital & MRC, Mahim said, "The link between obesity and cognitive function is a growing area of research, raising concerns about its long-term impact on brain health. While intelligence is shaped by multiple factors, including genetics, environment, and education, scientific evidence suggests that obesity can negatively affect cognitive abilities through metabolic, inflammatory, and vascular mechanisms." Also read | Going beyond BMI: Major overhaul of obesity diagnosis proposed

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