Eat and exercise well to prevent sarcopenia

Eat and exercise well to prevent sarcopenia

“Sarcopenia: It’s a tricky name for something we already know,” says registered dietitian Noreen Roche. While it is normal to lose some muscle mass due to aging, sarcopenia is characterized by a severe decline in muscle mass and mass, which has a major impact on quality of life. Before you decide this doesn’t apply to … Read more

Here’s How to Retain Muscle Mass While Aging

Here’s How to Retain Muscle Mass While Aging

Strong muscles help us to stand, walk, balance and exercise. If your muscles are strong, you will have increased energy levels and less aches and pains. The decrease in muscle mass that occurs with aging is known as sarcopenia. Although this is a natural part of aging, muscle loss can be greatly accelerated by inactivity, … Read more