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Thigh muscle mass and longevity research

Overview

Scientific research indicates a strong correlation between thigh muscle mass or circumference and increased longevity. A meta-analysis of over 2.5 million people published in the British Medical Journal found that every five-centimeter increase in thigh circumference is associated with an 18 percent reduction in the risk of premature death from all causes. Experts note that muscle mass helps regulate blood sugar and reduces risks for type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular diseases.

Further studies reinforce these findings, specifically regarding cardiovascular health. Research in the American Journal of Medicine suggests that higher thigh muscle strength relative to body weight reduces the risk of fatal cardiovascular events in patients with coronary heart disease. Additionally, research from China involving individuals over age 40 suggests that thicker thighs are linked to a lower likelihood of high blood pressure, particularly among overweight or obese populations.

Entities

American Journal of Medicine · China · King's College London · British Medical Journal · Endocrine Connections

Claims

What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.

[● 4 SOURCES] A five-year study published in the American Journal of Medicine found that larger thigh circumference is associated with a significantly lower risk of mortality, particularly from cardiovascular疾病.
[● 4 SOURCES] Higher thigh muscle strength relative to body weight significantly reduces the risk of fatal cardiovascular disease in patients with coronary heart disease.
[● 4 SOURCES] A 2020 study published in Endocrine Connections found that individuals over the age of 40 with larger thigh circumferences were less likely to suffer from high blood pressure.
[● 4 SOURCES] The protective link between thigh circumference and lower blood pressure was most pronounced in overweight or obese individuals.
[● 4 SOURCES] A five-year study published in the American Journal of Medicine links larger thigh circumference to a significantly lower risk of mortality.
[● 4 SOURCES] A 2020 study in Endocrine Connections found that individuals over age 40 with thicker thighs are less likely to suffer from high blood pressure.
[● 4 SOURCES] The protective link between thigh circumference and blood pressure is particularly evident in overweight or obese individuals.
[● 4 SOURCES] The protective effect of larger thigh circumference against high blood pressure is particularly evident in overweight or obese individuals.

Timeline

9 days ago

[HEALTH] 4 sources
Thigh circumference linked to lower cardiovascular risk and mortality
Research indicates that larger thigh circumference and muscle strength are linked to lower mortality risks, reduced blood pressure, and better cardiovascular health.
15 days ago

[HEALTH] 3 sources
Muscle mass in thighs linked to increased longevity
Research indicates that increased thigh muscle mass is linked to a lower risk of premature death and better metabolic health, potentially contributing to a longer lifespan.

Sources

dunav.at · kreiszeitung.de · kurierverlag.de · merkur-online.de · tz-online.de · ulaherova.blog.sme.sk · vecernji.hr

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