One leg standing test: Researchers have described an easy test, by doing which you can know your biological age. In this test, you have to stand on just one leg and then you have to see how long you can stand like this. This can be used to estimate your health. Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have done this research.
What does this test tell you?
According to researchers, how long you can stand on one leg tells how strong your bones, muscles, and nerves are. If you fail this test, then your health is not good. You are at a higher risk of infection.
For whom is the test effective
According to The Sun report, 50-year-old people can barely balance on one leg for 9 seconds. 80-year-old people will be able to do this for just 3 seconds. The ability to do this decreases with age. This test is quite effective for people over 50 years of age.
also a sign of a good brain
Researchers say that standing on one leg also shows good balance, which is a sign of good brain functioning. To do this, the brain has to coordinate well with the body, such as sending signals to the eyes, ears, joints, and muscles for balance. At the same time, blood flow in your body is also good.
Why was the test needed?
According to the researchers, there are other tests to determine age but they are expensive. Through a blood test, you can know about your health, age-related diseases, and potential risks but scientists were looking for an even simpler test. This research has been published in the Plus One journal.
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