The Shape of Your Glutes Could Indicate Early Diabetes Risk

MRI mapping shows that sex-specific muscle patterns may be associated with metabolic disease.

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The shape of your largest muscles may reveal hidden health risks, according to research being presented this week at a major radiology conference.

Researchers analyzing more than 61,000 MRI scans found that the shape of the gluteus maximus muscles in the buttocks can signal Type 2 diabetes, frailty, and metabolic dysfunction, with notable differences between women and men.