A strong handgrip could be a sign of health among overweight people, with research suggesting it shows muscle strength that relates to a decreased risk of obesity-related health complications.

The study, in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism , underscores the importance of improving muscle mass and strength in people with higher body weight.

“Our findings show that muscle strength is a powerful, early sign of who is most at risk of developing obesity-induced organ dysfunctions among people with excess body fat,” said study author researcher Yun Shen, PhD, from Louisiana State University.

“Because grip strength is easy to measure and strength can be improved with weight training, this research points to a practical, low‑cost way to identify at‑risk individuals and to

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