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Am J Clin Nutr November 2008 PMID 18996869

Dietary protein requirements of younger and older adults.

Wayne W Campbell, Craig A Johnson, George P McCabe, Nadine S Carnell

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The discussions emphasize the similarity in protein needs for different age groups, illustrated by mentions that older adults require about 0.58 g per kg and younger adults about 0.61 g, with some referencing the proposed overall intake of 0.85 g. The tone is analytical but not overly enthusiastic, balancing factual reporting with curiosity about implications for dietary standards.

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Most posts acknowledge the similarity in protein needs between older and younger adults, aligning with the article's findings.

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Discussions show moderate curiosity about dietary guidelines and the specifics of protein requirements, which reflects a genuine interest in nutritional science.

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The conversations suggest that the publication influences opinions on dietary recommendations, especially regarding age groups and protein intake levels.

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  • The study found that the estimated protein requirements (EAR and RDA) for healthy older adults are similar to those of younger adults, around 0.58 to 0.61 grams per kilogram of body weight per day.
  • Short-term nitrogen balance tests suggest there is no significant difference in dietary protein needs between younger and older adults.
  • Based on the data, the study recommends an adequate protein intake of approximately 0.085 grams per kilogram of body weight per day for both age groups, aligning with current dietary guidelines.]
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RT @thin_k17: 文献 タンパク質(P)の EAR および RDA に対する年齢の影響を評価 若年者23名vs高齢者19名 必要量平均±SD Pg×体重kg/day 若年者 0.58±0.12g 高齢者 0.61±0.14g 差なし 許容量は、0.85 ±0.…

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RT @thin_k17: 文献 タンパク質(P)の EAR および RDA に対する年齢の影響を評価 若年者23名vs高齢者19名 必要量平均±SD Pg×体重kg/day 若年者 0.58±0.12g 高齢者 0.61±0.14g 差なし 許容量は、0.85 ±0.…

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@18k_NB8C · X

RT @thin_k17: 文献 タンパク質(P)の EAR および RDA に対する年齢の影響を評価 若年者23名vs高齢者19名 必要量平均±SD Pg×体重kg/day 若年者 0.58±0.12g 高齢者 0.61±0.14g 差なし 許容量は、0.85 ±0.…

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都（みやこ）@栄養士
@boy_nutrition · X

RT @thin_k17: 文献 タンパク質(P)の EAR および RDA に対する年齢の影響を評価 若年者23名vs高齢者19名 必要量平均±SD Pg×体重kg/day 若年者 0.58±0.12g 高齢者 0.61±0.14g 差なし 許容量は、0.85 ±0.…

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@thin_k17 · X

文献 タンパク質(P)の EAR および RDA に対する年齢の影響を評価 若年者23名vs高齢者19名 必要量平均±SD Pg×体重kg/day 若年者 0.58±0.12g 高齢者 0.61±0.14g 差なし 許容量は、0.85 ±0.21 g 必要量、許容量は健康な高齢者では若年者と変わらない https://t.co/pG1REzCr6s

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