Muscle loss, or atrophy, is a growing problem. It's not just about looking weak. It's about feeling weak and struggling with daily tasks. This issue is becoming more common. Why? Because of how we live today. People are living longer, but not always healthier. Many have chronic diseases. Plus, lots of folks don't move around enough. All these factors lead to muscle l...

Oxygen shortage, whether from high altitudes or health issues, can shrink muscles. This is because the body struggles to build and repair muscle tissue when oxygen is scarce. Traditional methods to fight this muscle loss, such as moving to lower altitudes, exercising, or taking supplements, often fall short for those with severe oxygen deprivation. Scientists have...

Osteoarthritis (OA) is a common issue that affects joints like hips and knees. It is becoming more widespread due to things like obesity and an aging population. When joints wear out, surgery is often needed. But surgery can lead to muscle loss, which makes joints less stable and increases the risk of falls. This is especially true for older adults. Doctors are looki...

Imagine being stuck in bed for weeks. That might sound very easy. But think what happens to the muscles in the large muscles in the legs within a few days. This is what doctors call "disuse atrophy. " Your leg muscles get smaller and weaker. So what can be done to stop that? Scientists looked into this and found evidence for a solution: weight training. ...

Obesity can make muscles weak and resistant to insulin. This is known as sarcopenic obesity, and there's no cure yet besides changing your lifestyle and diet. Feruloylacetone (FER) and demethoxyferuloylacetone (DFER) are compounds found in the breakdown of curcumin and bisdemethoxycurcumin. They might help fight obesity's effects on muscles and insulin. In a study, ...