without taking action. Understanding its causes and adopting healthy habits can help older adults preserve strength and maintain a better quality of life.
Let’s explore what sarcopenia is, why it happens, the warning signs to recognize, and what can be done to manage it.
What Is Sarcopenia?
Sarcopenia is a progressive muscle disorder characterized by the loss of skeletal muscle strength and, in many cases, muscle quantity and quality.
Skeletal muscles are the muscles responsible for movements such as walking, standing, lifting, and climbing stairs.
As people age, several biological changes can affect how muscles grow, repair themselves, and respond
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