Big belly and obesity linked to increased risk of restless legs syndrome

A new study shows both obesity and a large belly appear to increase the risk of developing restless legs syndrome (RLS), a common sleep disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to move your legs. The research is published in the April 7, 2009, print issue of Neurology®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

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<p><a href="http://www.physorg.com/news158254550.html">Big belly and obesity linked to increased risk of restless legs syndrome</a></p> <p>A new study shows both obesity and a large belly appear to increase the risk of developing restless legs syndrome (RLS), a common sleep disorder characterized by an irresistible urge to move your legs. The research is published in the April 7, 2009, print issue of <i>Neurology</i>®, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.</p>