To develop strategies to prevent or

To develop strategies to prevent or delay sarcopenia, a better
understanding is needed of the lifestyle factors that influence
the rate of decline of muscle mass and strength in older age,
and the mechanisms involved. Existing evidence indicates
the potential importance of diets of adequate quantity and
quality, to ensure sufficient intakes of protein, vitamin D,
and antioxidant nutrients. Althoughmuch of this evidence is
observational and the mechanisms are not fully understood,
the high prevalence of low nutrient intakes and poor status
among older adults make this a current concern. However,
muscle mass and strength achieved in later life are not only