A newly published scientific review is drawing attention to the potential relationship between lower protein intake and healthier aging, concluding that diets with reduced protein, particularly lower amounts of certain amino acids, may activate biological pathways linked to longevity and delayed age-related disease.
The review, which analyzed more than 350 studies involving laboratory models and human research, suggests that carefully reducing protein intake may help improve metabolic health and extend health span under specific circumstances. However, researchers also emphasized that the findings should not be interpreted as a recommendation for everyone to drastically cut protein, as nutritional needs vary by age, health status, and lifestyle.
