[Diet to maintain adequate muscle and bone health].

Introduction

musculoskeletal health has become of increasing interest due to the ageing of the population and the increase in the prevalence of associated diseases.

Objective

analyze scientific evidence on the role of nutrition and diet in maintaining muscle and bone health and preventing related diseases.

Methods

review of the scientific literature on nutrition and diet in maintaining muscle and bone health. Results and discussion: dietary components such as protein, calcium, magnesium, vitamin D, C, K, B12, among others, have been positively associated with the maintenance of muscle and bone. The Mediterranean diet could slow the onset of sarcopenia and osteoporosis.

Conclusion

nutrition is crucial for muscle and bone health.