Do you know that carrying a little extra weight may actually be good for you?Studies shows that a few pounds appear to protect people from an early death.
underweight and extremely obese people die earlier than people of a normal weight, people who are slightly overweight actually live longer than those of a normal weight.
"It's not surprising that extreme underweight and extreme obesity increase the risk of dying, but it is surprising that carrying a little extra weight may give people a longevity advantage," researcher David Feeny from the Kaiser Permanente Centre for Health Research said in a statement.
But fellow researcher Mark Kaplan, professor of Community Health at Portland State University, said while a few extra pounds may protect older people as their health declines, that did not mean people of normal weight should try to add bulk.
The argument is open
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ODHIAMBO DENIS OTIENO
K59/6070/2006
I couoldnt agree more baby gal. The thicker you are the better. I mean if it does not hurt you, suit yourself..............
like plato said, we should avoid extremes, exercise is a fundamental guide to staying long. still, am wondering, was there any case studies??
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