High stress on the body can also be a major cause. This can occur due to physical conditions that cause a lot of stress on the body including chronic liver disease and chronic liver failure.

Inflammation due to illness or injury can lead to a tear down of damaged cell groups. Chronic or long-term diseases can also result in a disruption of the normal healing process and cause muscle loss.

How to prevent Sarcopenia?

The best way to fight Sarcopenia is to keep your muscles active. Exercise and the right intake of nutrients that can help to fight muscle loss. Here are some of the exercises you can do to keep your muscles active:

Exercises to fight muscle loss

Strength training with dumbbells or resistance bands helps to increase tension on the muscle fibers that lead to increased strength. Exercises that target muscle training also help the body create new proteins that contribute to the growth of muscle cells. Yoga can also be a useful way to improve strength.

The key is to be active. Even simple activities like walking can help to keep muscles fit. Research has shown that people who walk more are less likely to have sarcopenia.

Nutrients to improve muscle strength

The consumption of essential nutrients can help to reduce the risk of sarcopenia. Protein is the foremost of them. As people age, they need more protein to increase their muscle growth. Research has also shown that for people above the age of 60, the consumption of meals with high protein stimulates the growth of muscle.

Besides protein, the consumption of omega-3 fatty acids via seafood, walnuts, kidney beans, soybean oil and supplements increases muscle growth.

Be it a creative pursuit, a workout, a quiet stroll, or simply spending time with your loved ones, to make the most of your life, you need health by your side. The loss of muscle strength, however, can bring pain, limit your ability to do routine activities and  impact your quality of life.

Regular and mindful physical activity combined with balanced nutrition can help to prevent muscle loss in old age, empowering you to be healthy, active and live your best life, at every age and stage.

Disclaimer: The information mentioned in this document is only suggestive /for patient education and shall not be considered as a substitute for doctor’s advice or recommendations from Abbott. Please consult your doctor for more information.