Comments on: Older Adults Should Build More Muscle to Live Longer https://www.doctortipster.com/20165-older-adults-should-build-more-muscle-to-live-longer.html Medical Articles, Medical News, Medical Questions Thu, 02 Apr 2015 11:31:39 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.8 By: Chicago Assisted Living Facilities https://www.doctortipster.com/20165-older-adults-should-build-more-muscle-to-live-longer.html#comment-313164 Thu, 08 May 2014 01:51:06 +0000 https://www.doctortipster.com/?p=20165#comment-313164 As we age, our body gets a little vulnerable, that’s why we need to take care of it as early as possible. With proper exercise and diet, we can all enjoy life longer. Very valuable post. Thank you.

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]]> By: Cindy https://www.doctortipster.com/20165-older-adults-should-build-more-muscle-to-live-longer.html#comment-304497 Fri, 25 Apr 2014 18:38:03 +0000 https://www.doctortipster.com/?p=20165#comment-304497 The challenge with muscle mass is that after the age of 40, it starts to decline at roughly 1% a year. At 50, the decline picks up additional speed (yikes!). So, if you’re not starting with a lot of muscle to begin with, it’s easy to see how by the time you hit my buddy’s age, you may have lost as much as 50% or more of your muscle mass. Pretty alarming, eh? Though it certainly explains why Granny needs help carrying the groceries.

On the upside though, while Gran’s got her challenges, you’ve still got time to slow the muscle mass slide and even build muscle mass, and, as my buddy says, “keep it tight” for years to come. Here are a few steps to add to your article:

1. Don’t just stand there – move it, lift it, work it.
2. Eat protein, particularly if you’re getting on in years.
3. Make your protein count.
4. Supplement your strength.

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