We often see muscles as the source of our strength and physical appearance but regard organs as more essential, responsible for functions such as circulating blood and digesting food.
However, muscles do far more than move the body. They regulate metabolism, support the immune system, and influence mental health. In fact, muscles should be considered organs in their own right, Dr. Sandeep Palakodeti, chief medical officer of Rebel Health Alliance, told The Epoch Times in an interview.
“By classifying muscles as organs, we start to appreciate all the roles they play, not just in movement but in regulating our body’s health at a systemic level,” he said....
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