Which nutritional factors help preserve muscle mass, strength and performance in seniors?
Friday, January 18, 2013 - 14:30
in Health & Medicine
A new review identifies nutritional factors that contribute to sarcopenia (loss of muscle mass), or conversely, are beneficial to the maintenance of muscle mass. The Group reviewed evidence from worldwide studies on the role of nutrition in sarcopenia, specifically looking at protein, acid–base balance, vitamin D/calcium, and other minor nutrients like B vitamins.