Exercise and Whey Protein Slow Age-Related Bone and Muscle Loss

Researchers in Germany found this simple, low-cost intervention could significantly reduce loss of skeletal muscle mass

Doctors will assess grip strength by asking a client to squeeze a dynamometer, a device that measure pounds per square inch.Microgen/Shutterstock

Do you worry about loss of bone and muscle as you age? Science shows that basic lifestyle interventions can reverse this trend and may even help stop it before it starts.

As the human body ages, it’s normal to experience some loss of bone density and muscle mass, contributing to the gradual “shrinking” effect that can be observed in many individuals over the age of 60. Fortunately, research suggests lifestyle factors such as exercise and diet may slow some of these undesirable effects. When bone loss is significant and accompanied by decreased muscle mass, strength, and function, a person may be diagnosed with osteosarcopenia.^[i]