Longevity may be less about losing fat or getting thin, and more - TopicsExpress



          

Longevity may be less about losing fat or getting thin, and more about maintaining muscle mass. The more muscle older Americans have, the less likely they are to die prematurely. And it’s overall body composition, not BMI, that’s the best predictor of how long you’ll live. Experts are optimistic that future research will uncover the optimal type and duration of exercise to improve muscle mass and potentially enhance longevity in healthy seniors.
Posted on: Thu, 08 May 2014 13:35:39 +0000

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