Even very small changes in the strength of muscles can make a big difference in their function, especially in people who have already lost a lot of muscle, such as older adults.
An increase in muscle size that you can’t even see with the naked eye can make it easier to do everyday things like getting out of a chair, climbing stairs, carrying groceries, opening jars, and even playing with the family.
In that sense, strengthening body mass helps build strong bones, control weight, improve quality of life, helps improve balance and reduce the risk of falls.
What’s more, protects the body from chronic conditionssharpens intellectual skills, among others, according to the Mayo Clinic, a nonprofit organization dedicated to clinical practice, education and research.
In some cases, people want to increase muscle mass as indicated by the nutritionist, so, according to experts, it is not recommended to do so by eating large amounts of carbohydrates, it is necessary to do it in the healthiest way possible so as not to generate other pathologies.
According to the specialized portal Tua Saúde, to gain muscle mass it is advisable to do physical activity regularly with a trainer and to eat a balanced diet rich in proteins, fats, carbohydrates and all the nutrients that the body needs.
Due to the above, the Men’s Health media has explained that among those foods that can help with the growth of muscle mass is spelled wheat breadwhich contains a large amount of proteins that are not ultra-processed.
“These breads have more protein, less sugar and therefore fit well into almost any diet. fitness”, affirmed Jordi Morera, one of the most recognized chefs in the world when it comes to bread and owner of L’Espiga d’Or, to Men’s Health.
It should be noted that there are more foods that can help the growth of muscle mass. Saber Vivir, a medium specialized in health, indicated some:
- Avocado: as has been said, potassium and protein are important for increasing muscle mass. A single avocado can provide a thousand grams of these elements.
- Turkey and chicken: Eating white meat prevents the saturated fat from red meat from being consumed. What’s more, for every 100 grams of them, 30 grams of protein are obtained.
On the other hand, according to the health and beauty portal Better with health, Some habits that can contribute to increasing the BMI (body mass index) are:
- Increase water consumption: Water is one of the most important components for the health of the organism. Consuming it in adequate amounts is essential to have muscle fibers and tissues in good condition. A dehydrated body may lose muscle mass and the person may experience fatigue and physical limitations., explains a post Nutrition Reviews.
