The Evolution of Sarcopenia: Could muscle health be the most important determinant for healthy ageing?
As the global population continues to rapidly age, we continue to make advancements that are allowing people to live longer…
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An Appetite for Health: Americans Over 50 Strive for Heart and Muscle Health
More than two-thirds of older adults are managing more than one chronic disease. This article reviews a new study, conducted by…
Dietary Supplements for Health, Adaptation, and Recovery in Athletes
In this review authors look at several dietary supplements and how they could potentially support improvements in health, exercise adaptation,…
Muscle loss in old age linked to fewer nerve signals
Researchers believe that the loss of muscle mass as we age is due to the loss of nerves. The muscles…
Effects of Nutrition & Exercise on Muscle & Bone Health
Proper nutrition and exercise play a key role in keeping your bones and muscles healthy.
How to build muscle as age tears it down
The loss of muscle mass (sarcopenia) is a leading contributor to frailty and loss of independence associated with aging. Regardless…
Vitamin D plus olive oil could aid muscle repair
The effects of supplementing with Vitamin D while on a simulated Mediterranean diet (high-fat extra-virgin olive oil-based) were conducted on…
Are Your Genes to Blame for Losing Muscle as You Age?
Every person has different genetic components that can affect muscle function and how that factors into muscle gain and loss…
How exercise in old age prevents the immune system from declining
The effects of the immune system in older adults who maintained a high level of physical activity (cycling) for much…
How to Eat for Healthy Muscles
It is recommended that you eat a healthy, diverse diet of lean proteins, carbohydrates, and fats.
