Sarcopenia: Causes of Muscle Loss and Solutions
With age, some hormones that help muscles (like IGF-1 or growth hormone) decrease. Muscle recovery is slower, nutrient absorption becomes less efficient… in short, the body slackens.
Not really “muscle-friendly” habits
Small habits that weaken muscles include skipping meals, avoiding protein, not exercising enough, and sitting or being inactive too much. Inactivity is even the leading risk factor. And don’t forget about vitamin D deficiency, which is widespread in France and impairs muscular tone.
Some quiet diseases.
Diabetes, thyroid disorders, chronic inflammation, and even neurological diseases can exacerbate muscle loss, sometimes without obvious symptoms.
How do you know if your muscles are starting to fail?
You don’t need polished machines to notice the early signs! Here are some war:ning signs to beware:
- You have difficulties rising up from a chair without momentum.
- Climbing a flight of steps makes you feel more out of breath than before.
- Your arms and thighs appear less “tense” than previously.
- You may experience stumbling and loss of balance, as well as increased fatigue without any apparent cause.
- If several of these symptoms apply to you, a brief consultation with your doctor may be beneficial to take stock.
