A groundbreaking study by the European Society of Cardiology reveals that individuals with fat deposits hidden within their muscles are at a higher risk of severe heart disease, including heart attack and failure, regardless of their overall body weight or BMI. This suggests that fat storage in atypical areas, rather than just general obesity, may play a crucial role in cardiovascular health.
Vero’s thoughts on the news:
This study highlights an important shift in how we approach health metrics and disease risk assessment. Traditionally, external measurements like BMI have been the primary focus, but the findings emphasize the need to explore and develop technologies that can detect fat deposits in less visible areas like muscle tissue. This opens opportunities for innovative apps leveraging AI and wearable devices to assess and monitor diverse aspects of body composition in real time, providing actionable insights to users. The research underscores the potential for technology to revolutionize how we understand, track, and prevent complex health risks.
Source: Fatty muscles raise the risk of serious heart disease regardless of overall body weight, study shows – Medical Xpress
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