Search results for "sarcopenia"

Building Muscle vs. Living Longer: Why Plant Protein Is the Smarter Choice for Sarcopenia

Building Muscle vs. Living Longer: Why Plant Protein Is the Smarter Choice for Sarcopenia

Inadequate protein intake remains a genuine concern for older adults facing sarcopenia—the age-related loss of muscle mass and physical function.
Sarcopenia in Older Adults Linked to 92% Higher Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

Sarcopenia in Older Adults Linked to 92% Higher Risk of Cardiovascular Disease

Feeling unusually winded when climbing stairs or noticing weaker legs later in life may signal more than simple aging.
Clumsy Hands or Unsteady Gait? It Might Be Cervical Myelopathy, Not Just Aging

Clumsy Hands or Unsteady Gait? It Might Be Cervical Myelopathy, Not Just Aging

“I can’t use chopsticks like I used to. ” “Why is buttoning my shirt so hard. ” “I keep dropping things.
When Pain Keeps You from Walking, Start with the Cause

When Pain Keeps You from Walking, Start with the Cause

Editor’s note: In Japan’s orthopedic community, specialists use the term "locomotive syndrome" to describe a decline in...
Don’t Ignore a Weaker Handshake: 1 in 4 Adults Over 80 Has Sarcopenia

Don’t Ignore a Weaker Handshake: 1 in 4 Adults Over 80 Has Sarcopenia

When holding your parents' hands, a noticeably weaker grip should not be brushed off as a harmless part of aging.
Muscle 'Quality' Beats Quantity: Fat Infiltration Between Muscles Drives Colon Cancer Survival

Muscle 'Quality' Beats Quantity: Fat Infiltration Between Muscles Drives Colon Cancer Survival

"You need to eat well and build up your strength." Cancer patients and their families frequently hear this advice ahead...
Weight Loss Exceeding 5% After Quitting Smoking Linked to Higher Hip Fracture Risk

Weight Loss Exceeding 5% After Quitting Smoking Linked to Higher Hip Fracture Risk

While quitting smoking delivers undeniable health benefits, researchers have found that experiencing a sharp drop in...
The Protein Paradox: Why More Isn’t Always Better for Sarcopenia

The Protein Paradox: Why More Isn’t Always Better for Sarcopenia

As South Korea officially becomes a “super-aged society” in 2026, with one in five citizens now aged 65 or older,...
Why Muscle Loss Alone Doesn’t Explain Walking Difficulties in Older Age

Why Muscle Loss Alone Doesn’t Explain Walking Difficulties in Older Age

As people age, a frequent refrain is, “I’ve lost muscle. ” They are not entirely wrong.
When the Crosswalk Feels Too Short: The Quiet Signs of Mobility Decline

When the Crosswalk Feels Too Short: The Quiet Signs of Mobility Decline

In the field of Japanese orthopedics, specialists use the term "locomotive syndrome" to describe a condition where...