Losing Muscle Can Affect Your Metabolism
Muscle loss can contribute to a lower resting metabolic rate with age, but changes in muscle mass alone do not explain the full decline.
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Muscle loss can contribute to a lower resting metabolic rate with age, but changes in muscle mass alone do not explain the full decline.
Older adults may need fewer calories while still needing nutrient-rich foods, making adequate nutrition within a smaller intake more challenging.