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A 12-week trial of adults over 55 found that while vegetarians and meat eaters achieved similar strength gains through resistance training, meat eaters gained significantly more muscle mass. The study suggests that meeting high protein targets is crucial for vegetarians to maximize muscle growth in older age.
A recent study from Texas A&M University indicates that adults aged 45 to 65 can increase lean muscle mass and strength by taking 10 grams of creatine daily, even without structured exercise. While the supplement offers standalone benefits, combining it with resistance training and a calorie-reduced diet yields superior results, including greater fat loss and improved endurance. The findings suggest creatine may be a valuable tool for maintaining physical health during middle age, though experts caution it is not a replacement for physical activity.
A 12-week study from Texas A&M University indicates that daily creatine supplementation can increase lean muscle mass and strength in sedentary adults aged 45-65, even without structured exercise. While exercise combined with creatine yields greater results, the supplement alone showed significant benefits for muscle preservation and cognitive function in older adults.
A 12-week study from Texas A&M University indicates that daily creatine supplementation can increase lean muscle mass and reduce fat in adults aged 45 to 65, even without exercise. While the supplement enhances physical and cognitive health, experts caution that it should not replace regular physical activity.
A new study from Texas A&M University indicates that creatine supplementation can help adults aged 45 to 65 gain lean muscle and reduce body fat, even without structured exercise. While combining the supplement with training yields the best results, the findings suggest creatine may offer standalone benefits for maintaining physical health in middle age.
GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro effectively reduce appetite and aid weight loss, but experts emphasize that these drugs must be paired with dietary changes and exercise to prevent long-term health issues. While the drugs mimic natural hormones to slow digestion and signal fullness, they can lead to significant muscle and bone density loss if users do not maintain adequate protein intake and engage in resistance training. Clinicians advise that the medication should be a tool for habit change, not a standalone solution, as stopping the drug without lifestyle adjustments often leads to weight regain.
A new 12-week study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition found that 10 grams of daily creatine increased lean mass and strength in sedentary adults aged 45 to 65, even without resistance training. While the supplement showed potential benefits for cognitive function, experts emphasize that exercise remains essential for optimal results and that creatine cannot replace physical activity.
A new study presented at the European Congress on Obesity indicates that 80-85% of weight lost via GLP-1 drugs comes from fat, with skeletal muscle mass largely preserved. While some experts warn of lean mass loss, this research suggests favorable body composition changes.
A new study published in MedScience suggests that sarcopenia, the gradual loss of muscle mass starting around age 30, is associated with a higher risk of infections. Analyzing data from over 458,000 adults, researchers found that individuals with lower muscle mass experienced higher infection rates. While the study does not prove causation, it indicates a link between muscle health and immune resilience. Experts suggest that regular exercise may help mitigate muscle loss and potentially reduce infection risk, highlighting the importance of maintaining muscle mass for overall health as people age.
While age-related strength loss is inevitable, recent medical insights suggest that supplements like creatine and protein, combined with resistance training, can mitigate decline. However, experts warn that muscle loss may begin earlier than expected due to sedentary lifestyles and weight-loss medications, requiring proactive monitoring.
A Cell study shows a Neanderthal variant of the growth hormone receptor entered the modern human gene pool about 47,000 years ago, boosting how cells respond to growth hormone. People with one copy may gain around 270 grams of extra muscle per copy, while two copies could add over 0.5 kg (about 1.2 pounds). The variant now appears in roughly 10% of people, with higher frequencies in Southern and Southeast Asian populations and little to none in those of African ancestry. It may also subtly affect jaw shape and tooth roots, and effects seem to emerge during puberty when growth hormone rises, indicating it's not the sole reason Neanderthals were robust but a piece of the puzzle.
Louisiana researchers at Pennington Biomedical Center, led by Dr. Eric Ravussin, are studying how GLP-1 weight‑loss drugs affect metabolism and muscle mass, including resting metabolic rate and energy expenditure in a metabolic chamber to understand metabolic adaptation that can slow weight loss, while clinicians emphasize adequate protein and exercise to minimize muscle loss as these therapies evolve.
In a prospective UK cohort of 1,732 stage 3 CKD patients, lower creatinine muscle index (CMI) was tied to higher all-cause mortality and CKD progression over 5 years, while higher waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) predicted more cardiovascular events; age, male sex, higher urine albumin:creatinine ratio, and lower serum albumin also increased risk.
Liz Hilliard, a 72-year-old STOTT-certified trainer and founder of the Hilliard Studio Method, outlines a weekly routine centered on heavy-resistance strength work and Pilates-inspired training to boost muscle mass and longevity, including four to five studio sessions, daily movement (walking/biking) and a Sunday rest, with a schedule that prioritizes full-body strength and social motivation through group classes and community.
A new study suggests GLP-1 weight-loss drugs (such as Ozempic and Wegovy) may not cause as much muscle loss as previously feared, while reinforcing the importance of regular exercise to preserve muscle when taking these medications.