Did You Know!
Your Muscles Help Control Blood Sugar Even When You’re Not Exercising
Most people associate muscle health with strength, mobility, and preventing falls.
But skeletal muscle also plays an important role in controlling blood sugar.
Muscles are a major destination for glucose after meals. They use glucose for energy and store some of it for later.
Maintaining muscle mass through appropriate strength training can improve insulin sensitivity and support metabolic health, even in older adulthood.
Why it’s fascinating: Building and maintaining muscle isn’t just about staying strong. It may also help your body manage blood sugar more effectively as you age.
