fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 days agoOzempic and simple aging can melt away important muscle from your body
About 25 to 40 percent of the pounds shed through these treatments is lean body mass, and that includes muscle. This undesired effect has troubled older adults who are already worried about age-related muscle loss tied to falls and bone fractures. Preserving muscle matters for young adults as well: the more you have in your 30s, the more you will retain in your 60s. Losing any amount of muscle can amplify the risk of various health issues, such as declines in physical and metabolic function.