26/09/2026
Dr Rahul Baxi, Consultant Diabetologist, Bombay Hospital, recently spoke on “Diabetic Sarcopenia and Obesity” at RSSDI Odisha 2026 in Bhubaneswar.
Healthy ageing is not just about living longer, it is about preserving strength, physical function and quality of life.
Muscle mass plays a crucial role in this, particularly for people living with diabetes and obesity. With the increasing use of GLP-1 RA and GLP-1/GIP RA therapies, the focus should extend beyond weight loss to what kind of weight is being lost and how lean muscle mass can be preserved.
The goal is not simply to lose weight, but to achieve healthier body composition, maintain physical function and support long-term health.
Muscle preservation needs to be considered proactively, before significant muscle loss occurs.