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The research below is actually important and interesting but be careful not to misinterpret. Essentially, they studied older people and their arm circumference as a measure of muscle tissue. The expectation is that the elderley population starts to lose weight and atrophy. If this study were focused more on a young or middle-aged population, the arm circumference might be measuring fat tissue, not muscle. Staying active and strong is correlated with the likelihood of surviving a heart event. Read more here:
Researchers Find Link Between Arm Size, Heart Disease Survival Rate
“Excess weight causes your heart to work harder and increases the risk for heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes and high cholesterol. Exercising regularly and eating smaller portions of nutrient-rich foods may help you maintain a healthy weight.”
