28 April 2019

Protein Benefits Physical Performance in Older Adults

A systematic review of observational studies indicated an association between higher protein intakes and better lower limb performance in older adults.

This research, published in Nutrients, was based on study selections by two independent researchers and revealed that both high and very high protein intakes among older adults were associated with better lower limb physical function and walking speed performance compared to those with low protein intakes. Older adults with lower total protein and lower vegetable protein intakes were at a higher risk for low muscle mass.

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