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For Teen Boys, Muscles May Mean Longer Life

But researchers caution that building muscle mass doesn't increase lifespan

By Liam Carnahan,  Newser Staff

Posted Nov 25, 2012 6:05 AM CST

(Newser) – It apparently pays to be strong. A new study out of Sweden finds that teenaged boys with above-average muscle strength have a better chance of living longer compared to those with lower levels of arm and leg muscle strength or a weaker grip, reports the...   Read full story »

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