Clinical Nutrition and Aging

<p>This title includes a number of Open Access chapters. </p><p>Sarcopenia—the loss of muscle mass and strength that occurs with advancing age—is a major health challenge particularly in North America Europe and Japan which have large aging populations. This compendium volume is a valuable addition to the existing literature providing state-of-the-art information on the most effective prevention and treatment options. Included are research articles on nutrition management and the prevention of sarcopenia; protein therapy for sarcopenia; effect of exercise on sarcopenia; and other therapeutic strategies including antioxidants and steroids.</p>