Building Strength as You Age: How Metagenics® UltraMeal Advanced Protein Supports Muscle Health and Longevity
Metagenics® UltraMeal Advanced Protein: Clinically Designed Support for Sarcopenia and Healthy Aging
As we age, muscle mass and strength decline — a condition known as sarcopenia. Starting as early as age 30, the body begins losing up to 3–8% of muscle mass per decade. This decline accelerates after age 50 and can lead to frailty, impaired mobility, and loss of independence. At HormoneSynergy®, Dr. Kathryn Retzler emphasizes that maintaining muscle mass is not just about strength — it’s about longevity, metabolic health, and vitality.
That’s why she recommends Metagenics UltraMeal Advanced Protein®, a medical food formulated to support the nutritional management of sarcopenia and age-related muscle decline. This formula combines a proprietary pea and rice protein blend with essential amino acids and 25 key micronutrients to help rebuild and maintain lean muscle — an essential pillar of Dr. Retzler’s Longevity Medicine Program.
Why Protein Matters More as You Age
Protein is the foundation for repairing and building muscle tissue, supporting metabolism, and regulating hormones that control body composition. However, aging bodies become less sensitive to dietary protein, requiring higher intakes of amino acids to stimulate muscle protein synthesis.
Studies show that combining high-quality protein with resistance exercise and optimized hormone levels is the most effective way to combat sarcopenia and preserve functional strength. At HormoneSynergy®, patients receive personalized recommendations that include both nutritional and hormonal strategies to promote healthy aging from the inside out.
UltraMeal Advanced Protein® Highlights
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Up to 21 grams of protein per serving from a proprietary pea and rice blend
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Essential amino acids (BCAAs) to support skeletal muscle retention
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25 vitamins and minerals to enhance protein synthesis and energy metabolism
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0 mg cholesterol, low sugar, and high fiber (8 g) for metabolic balance
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Clinically formulated medical food for individuals managing sarcopenia
Each serving provides a comprehensive nutrient profile, including bioavailable forms of magnesium, zinc, vitamin D3, and methylated B-vitamins — all critical to muscle function and cellular repair.
Integrating Protein and Hormone Optimization
Dr. Retzler’s approach to longevity medicine recognizes that muscle health is deeply interconnected with hormonal balance. Declining levels of estrogen, testosterone, DHEA, and growth hormone can reduce muscle protein synthesis and accelerate fat gain. By combining bioidentical hormone optimization with targeted nutrition and exercise protocols, HormoneSynergy® helps patients build and maintain lean muscle through every decade of life.
The HormoneSynergy® Longevity Connection
HormoneSynergy’s Longevity Medicine program integrates science-based nutrition, metabolic optimization, and preventive cardiology to enhance healthspan — the number of years you live in good health and function. Protein intake plays a vital role in this strategy, impacting bone density, insulin sensitivity, and cognitive function as well as muscle mass.
Dr. Retzler often recommends UltraMeal Advanced Protein® to patients in Portland, Lake Oswego, and nationwide as a trusted, clinically validated tool for building strength, stability, and longevity.
How to Use
Mix two scoops (42 g) with 8–10 oz of cold water or nut milk and blend until smooth. Ideal for a daily meal replacement or post-workout muscle support. For best results, combine with strength training and a longevity-focused wellness plan from HormoneSynergy®.
Conclusion
Healthy aging is about more than avoiding disease — it’s about preserving strength, vitality, and independence.
Metagenics UltraMeal Advanced Protein®, backed by clinical science and recommended by Dr. Kathryn Retzler, is a powerful way to support your muscle health and longevity goals at any age.