Breaking News on Protein and Aging: Episode 280
High protein diets are all the rage, but those who need protein the most may not be getting enough. Find out how much protein you should be eating for a long and healthy life.
New research suggests that bumping up your protein intake could be one secret to healthier aging. In this week’s episode, you’ll learn:
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The problem with current recommendations for seniors
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5 reasons protein intake often declines with age
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Which group is most at risk of insufficient protein
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How much and what kind of protein is best for older folks
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How much protein is in common foods
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References
Fulgoni VL 3rd. Current protein intake in America: analysis of the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, 2003-2004. Am J Clin Nutr. 2008 May;87(5):1554S-1557S. Link to Abstract
Tang M, McCabe GP, at al. Assessment of protein requirement in octogenarian women with use of the indicator amino acid oxidation technique. Am J Clin Nutr. 2014 Apr;99(4):891-8. Link to Abstract
Imai E, Tsubota-Utsugi M, et al. Animal protein intake is associated with higher-level functional capacity in elderly adults: the ohasama study. J Am Geriatr Soc. 2014 Mar;62(3):426-34. Link to Abstract.
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