Q: I’m worried about losing muscle as I age. Is working out the only way to preserve my muscle mass?
A: Age-related sarcopenia (i.e., muscle loss) is a concern related to aging that many of us are not aware of. However, it is linked to an increased risk of falls and fractures, decreased metabolism, mobilty, and balance, stiff joints, decreased bone density, kyphosis (reduction in stature) as well as increased fat mass, which is associated with insulin resistance. Weight-bearing and resistance exercises along with a balanced diet are crucial for maintaining muscle mass and managing sarcopenia. “MUSCLE RESCUE” (from CanPrev) can help by providing a high-quality protein that consists of all 9 essential amino acids to provide the building blocks of protein. This supplement is clinically proven to increase muscle tissue growth, even without exercise.
