Aging and Diet: Can Eating More Protein Help Preserve Health?

Share on PinterestIt’s important to get protein from a range of sources, whether they’re plant or animal. Jordan Lye/Getty Images A new study in mice suggests that consuming a moderate amount of protein may be more conducive to metabolic health. In the study, the sweet spot for moderate protein consumption was 25% to 35% of a rat’s daily diet. Older people need more protein because the body is no longer able to process macronutrients efficiently. It only makes sense that a person’s nutritional needs change as they move through life…

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