The Link between Dietary Protein Intake, Skeletal Muscle Function and Health in Older Adults
Skeletal muscle mass and function are progressively lost with age, a condition referred to as sarcopenia. By the age of 60, many older adults begin to be affected by muscle loss. There is a link between decreased muscle mass and strength and adverse health outcomes such as obesity, diabetes and card...
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| Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2015-07-01
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| Series: | Healthcare |
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| Online Access: | http://www.mdpi.com/2227-9032/3/3/529 |