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How much protein do I need after 60?
Evidence-based answer
Probably a little more than when you were younger. More protein goes with more muscle in older adults,1,2 especially alongside strength training.3
References
- 1.Protein intake and muscle mass in older adults: a pooled cohort analysis
- 2.Spreading protein across meals and muscle strength in later life
- 3.Protein and strength training after 60: a systematic review
