12d • General discussion
The spotlight is on PROTEIN
Why Protein Matters More Than Ever for Women Over 40, Why I take it seriously.
When we think about healthy eating, protein often gets associated with athletes, bodybuilders, or people trying to build muscle. I admit, many years ago, I thought that protein powders, shakes and protein snacks are the perfect gym accessory.
But the truth is, protein is important for every woman, especially as we move through our 40s, 50s, and beyond.
Protein is made up of amino acids, which are the building blocks of your body.
It helps create and maintain:
- muscles
- hormones
- enzymes
- skin, hair, and nails
- immune function
- recovery and repair
As we age, we naturally begin to lose muscle mass. This can affect strength, mobility, energy levels, metabolism, and overall health. That's why getting enough protein becomes increasingly important.
- Protein Helps Preserve Muscle
Muscle isn't just about appearance. It helps us stay strong, independent, active, and capable as we age.
Maintaining muscle today is an investment in your future health. I am not sending you to gym, if gym is not your thing, but take stretch bands or small weights and do some weight exercise at home while watching TV, make it easy and fun!
- Protein Supports Metabolism
Muscle is metabolically active tissue, meaning it requires energy to maintain. Supporting muscle health can help maintain a healthy metabolism, support energy levels, and make weight management easier over time.
- Protein Helps Keep You Fuller for Longer
Protein is one of the most satisfying nutrients we can eat.
Including protein at meals may help to reduce cravings, support blood sugar balance, improve satiety, provide more stable energy throughout the day.
- Protein Supports Recovery
Whether you're lifting weights, walking, gardening, swimming, doing Pilates, or simply living a busy life, your body needs protein to repair and recover. Recovery is where strength and resilience are built.
Fun Fact:
Many women focus on eating less as they get older (especially around that menopause time when many of us get that menopause belly, and we tend to reduce the food eating to get rid of that 'meno-belly'), when one of the most important things may actually be eating enough protein to support muscle, metabolism, and healthy aging.
Also, start your day with enough protein, that helps you balance your blood sugar levels and sets you up for the day, for fewer cravings. It works!
- Great Protein Sources
Eggs, Greek yoghurt, Fish and seafood, Chicken and turkey, Cottage cheese, Tofu and tempeh, Beans and lentils, Nuts and seeds
Remember, healthy aging isn't just about living longer.
It's about maintaining strength, energy, mobility, and quality of life for the years ahead. This is so important.
I will be adding few recipes that you can try.
👇 Now your turn, what's your favourite source of protein, and do you think you're getting enough throughout the day?
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