Protein may help protect women against many types of chronic disease

Consuming more plant protein correlates with better health outcomes as women age, including reduced chronic diseases, improved.

Plant Protein and Healthy Aging:

Analysis of data from 48,000 women over decades shows a 38% higher likelihood of healthy aging with each.

Study Insights

Plant protein is linked to lower cardiovascular disease risk and contains high-quality carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins.

Benefits of Plant Protein:

Data from the Nurses' Health Study tracked protein consumption and health outcomes from middle.

Research Method:

Middle-aged women need 5-6 ounces of protein daily; a 3% increase equals about half an ounce of protein.

Protein Requirements:

Include beans, lentils, green peas, spinach, broccoli, nuts, and peanut butter.

Sources of Plant Protein:

Higher plant protein intake is associated with better health outcomes compared to animal protein consumption.

Comparison with Animal Protein: