Clinical Nutrition and Aging : Sarcopenia and Muscle Metabolism (PDF)

Clinical Nutrition and Aging : Sarcopenia and Muscle Metabolism (PDF)

by Editor Chad Cox

Sarcopenia , or the loss of muscular mass and strength that comes with aging , is a significant health problem , especially in North America , Europe and Japan , where there are high rates of aging . This compendium volume is a useful contribution to the body of literature because it offers cutting-edge knowledge on the best preventative and therapeutic measures . Research articles on protein therapy for sarcopenia , the impact of exercise on sarcopenia and other therapeutic approaches , such as the use of antioxidants and steroids, are also included .

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