September 9, 2009 — Men and women with smaller thighs have an increased risk for heart disease and early death compared with those with larger thighs, according to results of a large cohort study ...

Both high and low body-mass indexes are associated with premature death, as are large waist circumference, high waist-to-hip ratio, and small hip circumference. In this prospective observational ...

Men and women whose thighs are less than 60cm in circumference have a higher risk of premature death and heart disease, according to research published on the British Medical Journal website. The ...

New research highlights that thigh circumference below 60 cm may signal increased heart disease and early death risk. Experts emphasize that strong thighs, rich in muscle and healthy fat, are vital ...