Muscle loss can be prevented or reversed through nutrition and exercise. The loss of muscle mass, strength and function that occurs as we get at the age of 40 upwards (Sarcopenia).

Protein in the diet directly signals muscle tissue to build and strengthen. A balanced diet and regular meals combined with physical activity can improve your strength, help fight infection and help maintain a healthy weight.

Medical professionals recommend a high-quality protein intake at every meal to ward against Sarcopenia and the consumption of either tuna, salmon, sardines or mackerel is particularly beneficial as they have a higher content of leucine. Tuna is highest in an amino acid called leucine which helps muscle growth.