Does a Better Figure Mean Higher Intelligence?
A recent U.S. study suggests that women with an “hourglass” figure—characterized by full hips and a narrow waist—tend to be more intelligent than those with “apple” or “barrel” shapes, and their children often score higher on cognitive tests. Scientists propose that the abundance of Omega-3 fatty acids in the hips of hourglass-shaped women may contribute to this phenomenon. The findings were published in the journal Evolution and Human Behavior . The Ideal Waist-to-Hip Ratio Previous research has shown that men are instinctively drawn to women with a significant difference between their waist and hip measurements. While theories suggest such women may have easier pregnancies, smoother deliveries, and longer lifespans, the reasons behind this male preference have remained unclear. Now, a new study conducted by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and the University of California, Santa Barbara offers potential answers. The study analyzed data from 16,000 women and girl...