Muscle strength

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Step aside BMI, body composition tests are on the rise. Here's what to know

2:25pm June 03, 2024

by Allison Aubrey

If you dread getting on a scale to calculate your body mass index, there’s a good reason to ignore the measure. Body composition tests are an increasingly popular way to gauge health. Here’s why they're better than BMI.

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Trying to eat more protein to help build strength? Share your diet tips and recipes

3:17pm February 24, 2024

What do you eat to support muscle strength? NPR is reporting on diet and strength-building and we'd love to hear your suggestions for protein-rich snacks and meals.

This tuna, chickpea and parmesan salad bowl packs a protein punch, which is crucial for building muscle strength.

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National

Millions of women are 'under-muscled.' These foods help build strength

9:58pm February 18, 2024

by Allison Aubrey

We start to lose muscle in our 30s, and the loss accelerates with age, putting us at risk of frailty later in life. But what you eat — specifically how much protein — is a big part of the solution.