I was fortunate to be invited by my friend and respected colleague Dr. Dan Stickler (aka: Ironman Executive) to do an interview for his amazing podcast.
We discussed the role of Genomics in Nutrition and Fitness. I think you will find the information enlightening, fresh and highly pertinent in helping YOU reach your health goals.
Muscle mass loss is no joking matter. And it happens to us all at an earlier age than I think we realize…. Sarcopenia, the age-related loss of muscle mass and function, is often considered an issue for the elderly, but it can begin much earlier in life. In fact, sarcopenia is a progressive process that can be characterized by approximately 3-8% reduction in lean muscle mass per decade after 30 years of age! Understand that sarcopenia is a progressive syndrome that can start when people are middle-aged, including the gradual, “domino-effect” decline in health that accompanies muscle loss. -It’s important to keep a regular exercise program. Including, lifting weights. – Make sure you get adequate amounts of protein with each meal. About the size of your fist is a great portion size to aim for.
This is fantastic news! A consistant message of ‘Prevention’ vs ‘Chronic Disease’ will be the driving force behind behavior change in our society. We are people that love immediate gratification. When given action items to be done right now, we are way more apt to follow through than if we are to plan for future events. Bring on a National Prevention Strategy…
The National Prevention Strategy includes actions that public and private partners can take to help Americans stay healthy and fit and improve our nation’s prosperity. The strategy outlines four strategic directions that, together, are fundamental to improving the nation’s health. Those four strategic directions are: Building Healthy and Safe Community Environments: Prevention of disease starts in our communities and at home; not just in the doctor’s office. Expanding Quality Preventive Services in Both Clinical and Community Settings: When people receive preventive care, such as immunizations and cancer screenings, they have better health and lower health care costs. Empowering People to Make Healthy Choices: When people have access to actionable and easy-to-understand information and resources, they are empowered to make healthier choices. Eliminating Health Disparities: By eliminating disparities in achieving and maintaining health, we can help improve quality of life for all Americans. http://www.hhs.gov/news/press/2011pres/06/20110616a.html
Michelle Ricker RDN