Carrying excess belly fat, regardless of weight, significantly affects strength and longevity. A study of over 10,000 adults revealed that those with larger waists relative to their height or hips had a higher likelihood of movement issues and premature death. Dr. Elena Levati emphasized the need for awareness regarding waist measurements. The research highlighted the waist to hip ratio (WHR) and waist to height ratio (WHtR) as key indicators of health risks. Belly fat accumulation is linked to serious health risks, including heart disease and diabetes.
The study found that people were 28 percent more likely to have trouble moving if their waist was wide compared to their hips, and 32 percent more likely if their waist was too large for their height.
According to a report of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about 40.3 percent of adults in the US classify as obese, which is more than 100 million people.
Dr. Elena Levati, the lead researcher, noted that testing waist and hip measurements can help identify people at risk before serious problems arise.
The study published in Aging focused on the waist to hip ratio (WHR) and the waist to height ratio (WHtR) to examine risks associated with muscle decline and health.
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