RPI Biology Professor Doug Swank, Ph.D., was recently awarded the prestigious Marion J. Siegman Lectureship Award from the ...

Companion studies suggest muscle begins to decline decades before sarcopenia takes hold for keeps. The best part: The process ...

As people age, muscles naturally lose mass and strength, a condition known as sarcopenia. The decline can make everyday ...

Muscle twitches fall into two main types. There’s myoclonus, where a whole muscle or group of muscles twitch or spasm. Then ...

Forget expensive fillers; the secret to maintaining a lifted, firm jawline and rested expression starts in your kitchen ...

“If you want to get more potassium, tomato paste is going to be your best friend,” Valdez says. He says that one 6-ounce can ...

Magnesium is everywhere in fitness supplements, but not all forms work the same. Here’s how to choose the right type for ...

Infectious agents can cause muscle twitching and spasms, too. The most commonly known is probably tetanus, which causes a phenomenon called lockjaw, where the neck and jaw muscles contract to the ...

As people age, muscles naturally lose mass and strength, a condition known as sarcopenia. The decline can make everyday activities harder and increases the risk of falls, disability and early death.

Hot and humid climates are particularly conducive to muscle cramps. Studies suggest that athletes, like Sinner, who compete in such conditions are at a higher risk due to the increased sweat loss and ...

Statins reduce heart attack and stroke risk but can cause muscle pain in some users. A new study reveals statins trigger calcium leaks in muscle cells by binding to a key protein, explaining side ...

People who exercise frequently need to ensure they're getting enough protein in their diet. These 10 foods can help—and are ...