Sarcopenia: a narrative review

Abstract

The loss of strength, mobility and functionality is not an inevitable part of aging. It is a result of disuse, abnormal hormonal levels, nutritional and dietary issues amongst other factors that deteriorate with aging. One of the greatest threats for the adult’s ability to remain healthy and functional while growing old is the gradual loss of lean body mass- especially muscle tissue. This article appraises scientific evidence on sarcopenia. The therapeutic interventions of sarcopenia involve a variety of approaches: resistance and aerobic exercises, nutrition, supplements and vitamin formulations as well as counselling in a new way of life.