Frailty Isn't Inevitable

As life expectancy rises, a new question is taking center stage: how can we stay strong, independent, and active for as long as possible?  

In the fourth installment of The Vitals Healthspan miniseries, guest host Dr. Shruti Naik sits down with Dr. Fred Ko and Dr. Ryan Walker to explore the science of frailty, one of the most important yet overlooked factors influencing how we age. 

Frailty affects millions of older adults and can increase the risk of falls, hospitalizations, loss of independence, and other serious health outcomes. But contrary to popular belief, frailty is not an inevitable part of aging. The conversation explores how strength, mobility, nutrition, and lifestyle choices can influence physical resilience across the lifespan, and why it is never too early, or too late, to take action. 

The episode also offers practical, evidence-based strategies that listeners of all ages can begin incorporating into their daily lives, from simple exercise routines to nutrition tips that support long-term health and function. 

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