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Recent research has challenged the long-held belief that obesity is beneficial for bone health. A groundbreaking study led by Professor Deng Hongwen from Xi'an Jiaotong University, in collaboration with researchers at the University of Missouri and the University of Kansas, has redefined the relationship between obesity and osteoporosis. The findings suggest that the traditional view—where weight gain was thought to strengthen bones due to increased mechanical load—may be flawed. For many years, it was believed that higher body weight could help increase bone density, thus protecting against osteoporosis. However, this new study reveals that not all weight gain is the same. The key difference lies in whether the weight comes from fat or muscle. The research team carefully distinguished between fat mass and lean mass, and controlled for mechanical loading effects to better understand how each affects bone health. After analyzing extensive data from over 19,000 Chinese individuals and 4,489 white Americans, the study found that people with higher levels of body fat, even when their overall weight is similar, tend to have lower bone density. This means that fat accumulation, rather than being protective, may actually increase the risk of osteoporosis. The methodology used in this research offers a more accurate approach to studying the complex interactions between body composition, weight, and bone health. It opens up new possibilities for future studies in related fields and highlights the importance of considering body composition when assessing bone health. These findings are significant as they challenge conventional wisdom and provide a more nuanced understanding of how obesity impacts the skeletal system. —— Information from: China Medical Device Network
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