Looking at fat in the trunk and legs compared to overall body fat is important for understanding body composition, even more than just knowing gender differences.

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Increased legs-to-total fat percentage ratio in females with a normal body mass index: A change in lifestyle or the adaptation process of the body

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Increased legs-to-total fat percentage ratio in females with a normal body mass index: A change in lifestyle or the adaptation process of the body

Score: 29

DOI: 10.31382/eqol.231202

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