The appendix has long been dismissed as a largely vestigial organ, but it may actually play an important role in maintaining brain health and protecting against cognitive decline.
A study found that removing the appendix is linked to Alzheimer’s disease. Appendectomy stood out as the strongest single contributor to Alzheimer’s risk, outweighing other lifestyle and medical history factors.
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