AGING WELL

Losing Muscle? 8 Ways It May Impact Your Health

Are you tired by the time you reach the top of the stairs? Have you been ill or hospitalized and lost weight recently? Are you walking slower than normal? These can all be signs of muscle loss, and it's more common than you might think.

5 Ways to Age-Proof Your Muscles

Did you know that people over the age of 40 may lose up to 8 percent of their muscle mass per decade? And the rate of decline may double after the age of 70.

Why HMB is Important for Aging Muscles

When it comes to keeping your muscles strong and healthy, you probably know that protein and exercise are important—especially as we age and in times of illness or recovery. But research shows that a little-known compound, HMB, is beneficial to muscle health too.

Get A Grip On Aging

We've all battled with a jar lid that just won't budge. Maybe we tried banging it on the counter or holding it under hot water, and if all else failed, we probably asked someone for help. When they opened it on the first try, we joked that we loosened it for them.

8 Protein-Inspired Breakfast and Snack Ideas

Getting the right amount of protein in your diet is important for healthy living. Protein is in every cell in the body from our muscles, to our organs, skin and even our hormones. It helps with muscle building, strength and energy and eating enough is important to keeping your body running smoothly.

Study: U.S. Adults Over Age 50 Not Eating Enough Protein

We all know that muscles look good, but did you know they help keep us healthy, active and energized? And the best way to keep them in shape are regular exercise and sufficient protein intake.