Research
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Sarcopenic obesity, characterized by low muscle mass combined with high body fat, is a distinct condition that increases the risk of metabolic disorders and mortality more than either condition alone.
If you are normal weight but weak, you may have sarcopenic obesity. This combination is dangerous for your metabolism and heart. Focus on building muscle and managing fat, not just weight.
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Obesity and sarcopenia may potentiate each other and act synergistically causing physical impairment, metabolic disorders and mortality.
Why this rating
Cited from multiple studies in a review.
Source
Clinical definition of sarcopenia
Valter Santilli · Clinical cases in mineral and bone metabolism · 2014
DOI 10.11138/ccmbm/2014.11.3.177
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