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Sarcopenia - Age Related Gradual Muscle Loss

Aging is commonly used to name the progressive decay of organism's function in later life. While enough progress has been made in extending the average expected lifespan, preserving youthfulness still remains a topic of more than reality. The inflation of aged over the younger generation and the substantial growth of care expenditure lead to economic and social stress which needs to be addressed.  As such, focus has shifted from lifespan to healthspan for the older people.   Sarcopenia is the condition which commonly affects the elderly population and is thought to occur due to aging. It is a major factor causing in increased falls and fractures These conditions can lead to hospitalisations and surgeries which increases the risk of complications and even death. It causes to the people above 60 to both sexes equally and to the people with high body mass (Obesity).  The natural aging process gradually begins losing muscle mass and strength during the age of 30-40. It picks up when pe