Outsmart Sarcopenia with the Power of Protein

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Outsmart Sarcopenia with the Power of Protein

There’s a saying that goes “Growing old is not for the faint of heart.”  However, there is one condition you can prevent or at least greatly reduce the beginning of it before you even reach old age – Sarcopenia.  This may an unfamiliar word to you but all of us are at risk for it.  Sarcopenia is the involuntary, gradual loss of muscle mass and strength as we age and it affects 30% of people over the age of 60 and 50% of people age 80 and older. This condition does not distinguish between gender, ethnicity or where we live. 

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Protein Is Our Best Friend

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Protein Is Our Best Friend

Protein burns fat, builds muscle, keeps your fuller longer and continues to be one of the most satisfying food groups you can eat. Oh and did we mention there are some seriously delicious options? And now, new research shows losing weight highly depends on your protein intake and not just from the typical chicken but more veggies. The study published in Nutrition Journal found that plant protein intakes may play a role in preventing obesity. A little known fact is that protein is found in almost all plants. 

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5 Foods With More Protein Than An Egg

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5 Foods With More Protein Than An Egg

Eggs have been touted as the ideal protein-delivery system for the last 30 years. Add it to any meal, breakfast, lunch or dinner, and pack a 6-gram protein punch. Protein fuels the muscles, boosts metabolism and keeps hunger at bay. But as versatile as these little round, white delectables, it's hard to eat them every day. The good news is there are a number of surprising superfoods that pack even more protein than eggs. 

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