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New study on protein, healthy aging and longevity ft. Layne Norton & Dr Matthew Nagra | Simon Hill, Msc, Bsc

Jun 17, 2024

Fitness expert Layne Norton and Health professional Dr. Matthew Nagra discuss a new study on protein intake and healthy aging. They delve into the importance of protein sources, the significance of different types of proteins, and practical recommendations for protein intake. The podcast sheds light on misconceptions surrounding protein consumption and its impact on longevity.

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Layne Norton

Matthew Nagra

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Quick takeaways

Plant protein reduces chronic disease risk, while animal protein may increase it.

Optimizing protein intake from plant sources supports healthy aging and physical function.

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Impact of Protein Intake on Healthy Aging

The podcast delves into a recent study focusing on the effects of protein consumption on longevity and healthy aging. By examining the relationship between midlife protein intake and various aspects of aging, the study aimed to guide individuals towards making informed protein choices for maintaining good physical and mental health in older age. The analysis considered total animal, dairy, and plant protein intake, emphasizing the importance of these dietary components in influencing overall health outcomes.

Protein Substitution for Healthy Aging

01:04

Reevaluation of Protein and its Impact on Healthy Aging

01:05

Intro

2min

Exploring the Relationship Between Midlife Protein Intake and Healthy Aging in a Longitudinal Study

3min

Protein Consumption and Healthy Aging

7min

Exploring the Impact of Protein Intake on Chronic Diseases and Healthy Aging

5min

Protein Sources and Healthy Aging

6min

Optimizing Protein Intake and Physical Function for Healthy Aging

4min

Episode #318. 50,000 women. 30 years of follow-up. The results of a new study are in: learn the truth about how your protein intake will affect your long-term health. What kind of protein should you consume? How much? And what difference will it really make on longevity?

Today, I’m unpacking the results from the new study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, “Dietary protein intake in midlife in relation to healthy aging - results from prospective Nurses' Health Study cohort”.

This new study from researchers at Harvard University and Tufts University has been regularly misinterpreted online, and in this episode, I’ll set the facts straight. Learn the three most important protein takeaways from this study, hear my take on Layne Norton’s interpretation, and crack the code to using protein as a tool for healthy aging.

Specifically, I cover:

Introduction to Protein and Longevity (00:00)
Study Overview and Methodology (01:24)
Key Findings on Protein Sources (05:33)
Lane Norton's Review and Critique (06:38)
Analysis of Different Protein Types (10:02)
Practical Recommendations for Protein Intake (17:13)
Conclusion and Final Thoughts (21:34)

If you’re interested in the Danish Dietary Guidelines, you can find them in English here.

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