Dr. Rhonda Patrick on Health

Does omega-3 reduce atrophy caused by muscle disuse? Losing muscle mass and strength in old age is a process culminating, often, in disastrous effects. Listen as @mackinprof explains how 5g/day of omega-3 during immobilization reduced atrophy and promoted passive recovery:

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