Nutrition

Popularized “fad” diet from Dr. Atkins, a cardiologist, in his 1990s book Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution General Recommendations: known as a “low-carb” diet. Heavy emphasis on meat and fat consumption with avoidance of carbohydrates. 4 total phases with
varying macro breakdown.

Age-related muscle mass loss.

Also known as sarcopenia, the age-related muscle mass
loss has long been considered a physical issue and having
little impact from diet. Recent studies show diet has a small
impact. The gut biome and inflammation may also play a
role in sarcopenia — which will be discussed more in Course
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