Posted on 06/04/2005 5:57:53 AM PDT by TigerLikesRooster
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Curvier women 'will live longer'
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Institute of Preventative Medicine in Copenhagen researchers found those with wider hips also appeared to be protected against heart conditions. Women with a hip measurement smaller than 40 inches, or a size 14 would not have this protection, they said. The researchers say hip fat contains a beneficial natural anti-inflammatory. Narrow hips 'detrimental' They said this anti-inflammatory, called adiponectin, prevents arteries swelling up and becoming blocked.
The hourglass figure has been made famous by women ranging from Marilyn Monroe and Sophia Loren to Kelly Brook and Catherine Zeta Jones today. The Danish researchers examined almost 3,000 men and women aged between 35 and 65 from 1987 to 1988 They measured height, weight and body mass index - calculated by dividing weight in kilograms by the square of your height in metres. They then looked at Danish health registers up until the end of 1998 to look at how many of the men and women had cardiovascular problems, and up to 2001 to see how many had died. Compared to the group of women with the smallest hip circumferences, women with the biggest were found to have an 87% reduction in deaths. They also had an 86% reduced risk of having coronary heart disease and a 46% reduction in the risk of developing cardiovascular disease, according to the researchers. Previous studies have found both men and women with small hips are at an increased risk of developing diabetes, high blood pressure and gall bladder disease. However the study, which has been published in Obesity Research, found a wider hip circumference was not linked with better heart health in men. 'Apple-shape' risk Professor Berit Heitmann, who led the study, said: "It seems that the protection is not a matter of wide hips, it's the detrimental effect of narrow hips with a lack of muscle fat, or bone or a combination of both. She added: "Fat on hips is different than fat on the abdomen. If you do not have enough of this fat you may risk heart attacks." Carrying excess fat around the stomach, being 'apple shaped', is already known to be potentially damaging to health. Fat cells in this part of the body pump out chemicals that can damage the insulin system, raising the risk of diabetes and heart disease. Belinda Linden, of the British Heart Foundation said: "It has been widely reported that if you are apple-shaped, your risk of developing cardiovascular disease is likely to be greater than if you are pear-shaped. "This study provides additional evidence of the association between hip circumference and cardiovascular protection among women." But she added: "It is important to consider both your body weight and shape in tandem. Controlling both by eating less and being more active is the best way to reduce your risk of heart and circulatory disease." |
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LOL!!
I don't have any right now :)
maybe once I get home
You'll be on the couch for a week!
Ah, chris, it's a fact of life that your girlfriend will never believe that you like her curvey. It is so ingrained into women by society that they are not attractive unless they are bone thin, that it's a hard battle to overcome. I write this as I am heading into the 3rd week of probably the 50th diet of my life. And no, my husband never criticises me. It's just an internal battle that we women fight, fight , fight.
I have noticed that it's the skinny women I know who come down with cancer and other dreadful diseases. I attributed that to constant dieting and not getting the right nutrients to keep them healthy. Also, their personalities are rather obsessive--they simply must live up to some fashion model image. That stress may contribute to disease.
Bad news about size 14, however. If I ate nothing but chocolate, I still couldn't get there. But they may mean a relative 14, depending upon one's height.
Hmmm...I guess Sir Mix-a-lot was right!
That's right.
You sound like my wife....always dieting.
I have to diet too to stay at 210 or so. I'm 6'5".
I have seen women who don't care if they are overweight.
Just go to any Wallyworld.
I saw a recent article that I believe said around 40% of American women are technically obese. (over 25% above normal bodyweight)
Lots of folks are heavier today...especially young women.
It's a paradox isn't it?
Let's all sing a rousing rendition of "Big Bottom" by Spinal Tap.
Well guys, either way, it looks like you'll have a choice:
You want a skinny woman or a curvy one dancing on your grave?
Thin or Thick, chances are she's still gonna outlive you!
Let's all sing a rousing rendition of "Big Bottom" by Spinal Tap.
I sure hope so.
hehe
yeah probably :)
man if that is a King OR Queen, I dont want to see it!!!
Speaking of Hillary, does anyone have those photos of her from years ago:
1)In a body suit jogging during the '92(I believe campaign.
2)From behind in a bathing suit, climbing up the ladder in a boat.
Well, I know your wife will love this post. Be sure to show it to her. I mean the one you wrote. ;)
"Let's all sing a rousing rendition of "Big Bottom" by Spinal Tap."
We need three bass players.And no bloody metal detectors!
Why do these threads always find you OR
Why am I here?
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Fat on hips is different than fat on the abdomen 