Why Vitamin D Matters When Your Muscles Aren't Moving
When you're stuck in bed or can't move for a while, your muscles get smaller and weaker—that's called disuse atrophy. Scientists discovered that vitamin D …
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How High-Fat Diets Shrink Muscles: A New Discovery
When people eat high-fat diets, their muscles can actually shrink and weaken, which makes it harder for their bodies to control blood sugar. Scientists …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Protect Muscles from Steroid Damage
Steroids like dexamethasone can cause muscles to shrink and weaken, a problem for people taking these medications long-term. Researchers discovered that a …
Read MoreSpecial Gut Bacteria May Help Prevent Muscle Loss
Researchers discovered that a specific type of gut bacteria called Limosilactobacillus reuteri ATG-F4 might help prevent muscles from shrinking when they're …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Prevent Muscle Loss
Researchers discovered that a specific type of helpful bacteria called Lacticaseibacillus paracasei EFEL6501 might prevent muscles from shrinking and getting …
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