Sarcopenia—the progressive age-related loss of muscle mass and strength—affects 10-15% of people over 60. Ginger, through its anti-inflammatory and anabolic properties, offers documented support for preserving muscle with age.
Sarcopenia and anti-inflammatory-inflammation-natural-remedy">inflammation: the role of inflammaging
Chronic low-grade inflammation (inflammaging) activates muscle catabolic pathways (ubiquitin-proteasome) that degrade muscle proteins. TNF-α and IL-6—both inhibited by ginger—are the main activators of this inflammatory muscle degradation.
Ginger and IGF-1: an anabolic signal
Preclinical studies show that ginger stimulates the production of IGF-1 (Insulin-like Growth Factor 1), a key muscle growth factor. In elderly individuals whose IGF-1 levels naturally decline, this property is particularly relevant.
Clinical study: ginger and muscle strength
A study (Phytotherapy Research, 2020) on sedentary menopausal women shows that after 10 weeks of ginger supplementation + resistance exercise, the ginger group exhibited significantly greater improvement in grip strength and lean mass compared to exercise alone.
Anti-sarcopenia protocol with INTI
- Daily INTI shot (ginger + turmeric-black-pepper-synergy-benefits">turmeric → anti-inflammatory muscle ginger)
- Protein 1.2-1.5g/kg body weight/day (essential)
- Resistance exercise 2-3x/week (anabolic stimulus)
- Vitamin D 2000 IU/day (co-factor for muscle protein synthesis)
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