How whey protein fights aging?

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Whey protein has been shown to help with aging process as it has several benefits:

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1. Enhancing collagen production, making healthy skin, reducing wrinkles and promoting radiant complexion.

2. Enhancing lean muscle mass, reducing muscle wasting and improving mobility, countering the natural decline due to aging and preventing Sarcopenia.

3. Enhancing immune system.

4. Stop age related weight gain and reduce risk of heart disease.

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Source:

1. Paddon-Jones D, Short KR, Campbell WW, et al. Role of dietary protein in the sarcopenia of aging. Am J Clin Nutr. 2008 May;87(5):1562s-6s.

2. von Haehling S, Morley JE, Anker SD. An overview of sarcopenia: facts and numbers on prevalence and clinical impact.  Journal of cachexia, sarcopenia and muscle. 2010;1(2):129-33.

3. Bumrungpert A, Pavadhgul P, Nunthanawanich P, et al. Whey Protein Supplementation Improves Nutritional Status, Glutathione Levels, and Immune Function in Cancer Patients: A Randomized, Double-Blind Controlled Trial.  J Med Food. 2018 Jun;21(6):612-6.

4. Available at: https://www.cdc.gov/heartdisease/risk_factors.htm. Accessed March 12, 2024.

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