The brain controls movement by sending electrical messages through nerves to the muscles. When this communication becomes weaker with age, the muscles may not respond with full strength even if they ...

Alzheimer’s disease steals memory, independence and, too often, life itself. Drugs can ease symptoms, but none halt the march of the illness. For years, scientists have aimed their efforts at the ...

From the perspective of a U.S.-based lifestyle and fitness expert, age-related muscle loss is one of the biggest health challenges adults face after midlife. Muscle decline isn’t caused only by weaker ...

Leg cramps that keep coming back may signal underlying health issues. Here are the causes, warning signs, and when frequent ...