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Area of Science:

  • Obesity and Bariatric Surgery
  • Neuroscience and Cognitive Function
  • Physical Activity and Health

Background:

  • Severe obesity is frequently associated with cognitive impairment.
  • Physical inactivity is a potential contributor to cognitive decline in obese individuals.
  • Previous research suggests a positive link between physical activity and cognitive function in general populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between physical activity and cognitive function in candidates for bariatric surgery.
  • To determine if self-reported and objectively measured physical activity correlate with cognitive performance in this population.

Main Methods:

  • 85 bariatric surgery candidates completed self-reported aerobic physical activity assessments.
  • A subset of 31 participants underwent objective activity monitoring (steps/day, moderate-to-vigorous physical activity minutes/week).
  • Cognitive function was assessed across memory, executive function, language, and attention domains.

Main Results:

  • 32% of participants exhibited cognitive deficits.
  • Contrary to hypotheses, higher physical activity (self-reported and objective) was negatively correlated with memory.
  • Self-reported physical activity showed weak negative correlations with attention and executive function.

Conclusions:

  • The study did not find an association between higher physical activity and better cognitive function in severe obesity.
  • Findings challenge existing assumptions and highlight the need for further research in this specific population.
  • Future studies should explore the complex relationship between physical activity and cognition in individuals with severe obesity.