Obesity and overweight are often the result of many factors, including malnutrition, sedentary lifestyles and genetic features. However, a recent study of Canadian scientists has shown that even a lack of calcium in the body could be caused by overweight.
Researchers at the Laval University in Canada have conducted a large -scale study that revealed an interesting pattern: women suffering from calcium deficiency are more likely to have excess fat. Scientists have found that the lack of this trace element affects the brain. In the absence of calcium, neurons send signals to the body, forcing a person to consume more food to fill the deficit. This mechanism can lead to weight gain, increased cholesterol in the blood and an increase in the risk of metabolic and cardiovascular disease.
For those who want to maintain healthy weight or lose weight, scientists advise adding more dairy products such as cheese and yogurt to their diet. They are excellent sources of calcium and can help restore the balance of this important trace element in the body.
