Tag: Sarcopenia
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Higher Dietary Diversity Linked to Lower Risk of Disability in Daily Living Among Older Chinese Adults: A Longitudinal Study
Overview As China’s population rapidly ages, identifying dietary factors that help preserve independence becomes urgent. A large longitudinal study of Chinese adults aged 65 and older examined how dietary diversity, measured by a dietary diversity score (DDS), relates to disability in activities of daily living (ADL). The findings show that a more varied diet is…
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Prevalence and Determinants of Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity Among Older Adults in Shanghai: A Cross-Sectional Study
Introduction As populations age globally, sarcopenia—an age-related loss of muscle mass and function—poses increasing health and economic challenges. When obesity coexists with sarcopenia, the adverse outcomes amplify, a condition termed sarcopenic obesity (SO). This cross-sectional study investigates the prevalence of sarcopenia and SO among older adults in Shanghai and explores their associations with body composition…
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Prevalence and Determinants of Sarcopenia and Sarcopenic Obesity in Older Adults in Shanghai: A Cross-Sectional Insight
Introduction: A Growing Challenge in Shanghai’s Aging Population Population aging is reshaping healthcare needs worldwide, and Shanghai stands at the forefront of this demographic shift. This cross-sectional study investigates how common sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity (SO) are among adults aged 60 and older in Shanghai, and which body composition and biochemical indicators best predict risk.…
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Prevalence and factors of sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity among older adults in Shanghai: a cross-sectional study
Overview Population aging is a global public health challenge. This cross-sectional study investigates sarcopenia and sarcopenic obesity (SO) in community-dwelling adults aged 60 and older in Shanghai, aiming to estimate prevalence, explore associations with body composition and biochemical markers, and identify factors linked to sarcopenia. Using the 2019 Asian Working Group for Sarcopenia (AWGS) criteria…
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The Simple Exercise That Can Add Years to Your Life and Keep You Healthier as You Age
Why muscle matters as we age Muscle isn’t just for athletes. As we grow older, maintaining muscle strength becomes a cornerstone of healthy aging. By the age of 30, adults typically lose between 3% and 8% of muscle mass, with the rate accelerating in each subsequent decade. After age 60, that decline can reach as…
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Squats for Healthy Aging: A Simple Exercise With Big Health Payoffs
Strength training and aging: why muscle matters after 50 Muscle mass naturally declines with age, a process known as sarcopenia. By the time most people hit their 50s, the rate of loss accelerates, and by age 60, some individuals experience significant declines. Yet research shows that engaging in strength training can slow or even reverse…
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Under the Microscope: Preventing Sarcopenia in Aging Muscles
Under the Microscope: Preventing Sarcopenia Sarcopenia, derived from sarco meaning muscle and penia meaning poverty, is the gradual loss of muscle mass, strength, and function that accompanies aging. While common, it is largely preventable with daily choices and targeted exercise. This article examines practical steps to stave off sarcopenia and protect mobility in later years.…
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Preventing Sarcopenia: Under the Microscope
What is Sarcopenia? Sarcopenia is the progressive loss of skeletal muscle mass and strength that accompanies aging. It stems from a combination of reduced muscle fiber size, decreased nerve activation, chronic low-grade inflammation, and hormonal changes. Left unchecked, sarcopenia can lead to frailty, reduced independence, and a higher risk of falls. Understanding how muscle deteriorates…
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Ankur Warikoo’s Parents: A Journey to Health at 70
Introduction: A Remarkable Transformation Entrepreneur Ankur Warikoo recently shared an inspiring story about his parents, aged 70 and 72, who transformed their health through simple dietary changes and the incorporation of weightlifting into their routine. This article explores their journey and offers insights into the importance of nutrition and exercise for seniors. Before the Change:…