Study finds how obesity increases mental disorders risk throughout life
Vienna [Austria], May 30 (ANI): Obesity increases the likelihood of having mental illnesses considerably. This applies to all age groups, with women having a higher risk of most diseases than males, according to a recent study conducted by the Complexity Science Hub and the Medical University of Vienna. The findings of the study were published […] Key Points
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