Could the Type of Protein You Eat Matter More Than the…

Could the Type of Protein You Eat Matter More Than the Amount? New Research Offers Fresh Clues About Healthy Aging For years, discussions about healthy aging have focused on how many calories we eat or how much protein we consume. But what if the type of protein and even specific amino acids plays an equally important role? A new study published in Cell Metabolism suggests that the answer may be yes. Researchers from the University of Southern California (USC) found that a modified Mediterranean-style diet helped mice stay healthier as they aged, reducing body fat and frailty while extending their healthspan: the years of life spent in good health. Scientists tested four different diets in older mice: A standard diet A Western-style diet A ketogenic diet A modified longevity diet The longevity diet was: Mostly plant-based Included small amounts of fish Low in overall protein Carefully balanced to provide low, but sufficient, amounts of methionine, an essential amino acid found in meat, eggs, and dairy. Despite eating more food and consuming a similar number of calories, mice on the longevity diet: Lost body fat Maintained lean muscle mass Showed fewe