Protein Consumption, Muscle Health, and Sarcopenia in the Elderly Chinese Population
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protein, amino acid, consumption, sarcopenia, elderly, muscle growthAbstract
The Chinese elderly population is at high risk of sarcopenia, a decline in strength and muscle mass that can lead to injury and poor health outcomes. More education and guidelines about protein consumption and muscle health are required. Protein is an essential part of our diet since it acts as the main building block of our body. One of the main health issues closely related to protein consumption is the prevalence of sarcopenia. There have been inconsistent diagnostic criteria regarding sarcopenia, but such issues have been improved by establishing consensus on standards. Three main aspects of protein consumption that should be considered with dietary recommendations are quantity, distribution, and the source. Quantity means the total daily intake, which should increase; distribution is the proportion of protein consumed each time of eating, which should be more balanced; source is where the protein comes from, which should contain a higher percentage of animal protein. The effect of exercise is another important factor. Physical activity, especially resistance training, promotes muscle health. This review summarizes past research and provide guidelines on how dietary patterns should be modified to promote muscle health in elderly Chinese people.
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