Preserving muscle mass with fruits and vegetables

We all know that fruits and vegetables are good for us, providing important vitamins, minerals and fiber, but a new study by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) found that plant foods also may help preserve muscle mass in older men and women. The article asserts that the typical American diet contains foods that result in acidosis, a condition that can trigger a muscle-wasting response. The solution to acidosis is to eat foods that produce alkaline-residues, such as most fruits and vegetables. Full Story: USDA/ARS