Dietary Supplements for Muscle Mass and Physical Function

Can dietary supplements help preserve muscle mass and physical function beyond professional sport? This episode explores how ageing, inactivity, chronic inflammation, hormonal changes, obesity, and weight-loss treatments may contribute to muscle loss. It reviews the evidence for protein, leucine, creatine, HMB, vitamin D, magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, curcumin, and microbiota-targeted supplements. The central conclusion is clear: selected supplements may support muscle health, particularly in people with nutritional deficiencies or sarcopenia, but their benefits are greatest when combined with resistance exercise and adequate nutrition.

Speakers

• Medpresso faculty