EBioMedicine May 2019 PMID 30975545

The impact of dietary protein intake on longevity and metabolic health.

Munehiro Kitada, Yoshio Ogura, Itaru Monno, Daisuke Koya

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The collective discussion reflects a strong consensus supporting lower animal protein and higher plant-based diets for longevity, with examples like references to scientific studies and debates over the 'sweet spot' for protein levels, illustrating high interest and engagement driven by scientific evidence and biological explanations.

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Most discussions express support for the idea that reduced or plant-based protein intake benefits longevity and metabolic health, with some debates about the optimal amount.

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Participants are highly engaged, referencing specific studies and authors, indicating strong curiosity and relevance.

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Several comments analyze the research, mention biological mechanisms like mTORC1 activation, and discuss dietary patterns, showing deep involvement.

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Posts emphasize how dietary choices might influence healthspan and lifespan, highlighting potential practical implications, though some remain cautious.

Abstract in brief

Reduced protein intake or low-protein, high-carbohydrate diets are linked to increased lifespan and better metabolic health, with specific amino acids like methionine and BCAAs playing key roles in aging and metabolism.
Epidemiological evidence suggests that high consumption of animal protein, especially red meat rich in methionine and BCAAs, may contribute to age-related diseases, implying that reducing red meat intake could be beneficial for health.
However, restricting dietary protein too much can cause malnutrition issues such as sarcopenia and frailty, highlighting the need for further research to determine optimal amino acid restriction levels for promoting longevity without harming health.]

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Optimal Protein Intake for Health and Longevity

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@PicturesFoIder Opposite, she lowers her protein intake to slow aging. "The impact of dietary protein intake on longevity and metabolic health" https://t.co/aB9w10wu5M

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@SammyRArmstrong Recent studies show that a reduced protein intake or low-protein/high-carbohydrate diet plays a critical role in longevity/metabolic health.The impact of dietary protein intake on longevity and metabolic health - PMC

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https://t.co/GrjYkdpJgN Krok-Schoen, J. L., Archdeacon Price, A., Luo, M., Kelly, O. J., & Taylor, C. A. (2019). Low Dietary Protein Intakes and Associated Dietary Patterns and Functional Limitations in an Aging Population: A NHANES analysis.

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The journals of gerontology. Series A, Biological sciences and medical sciences, 75(1), 123–130. https://t.co/Xj6xXx5Osd Kitada, M., Ogura, Y., Monno, I., & Koya, D. (2019). The impact of dietary protein intake on longevity and metabolic health. EBioMedicine, 43, 632–640.

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@BodyRecompExprt Ok so you didn’t even read correctly. Cause I didn’t say that at all. Cope https://t.co/uGiiEXYbQb

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@sethweathers well there is a fair amount of research on longevity which would indicate too many amino acids will shorten life span. high levels of methionine (high in meats and much lower in plant protein) shorten life. there's this and also Dr. David Sinclair https://t.co/lAHT1mkwN1

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高タンパク食は老化を促進する。窒素中毒にもなるから、プロテイン、鶏胸肉やササミ肉は要注意。適正体重の1000分の1gが適量。ボディビルダーは摂りすぎだね。 The impact of dietary protein intake on longevity and metabolic health - PubMed https://t.co/zN2wAPrCvy

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Gizza

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@iam_preethi @AJA_Cortes No the diets of the Global South and formerly the Global North were much more carb heavy and healthier than they are now. Lower protein and higher carbs have been associated with longevity for long time now. https://t.co/UgaDyjIb2d

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Nicholas Allen

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@ScepticalDoctor @bestcanton7 @Plant_proof What are your thoughts on this study? https://t.co/Edi1FTLS3p

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@Fools_Tokke @Matti_Kinnunen Uusimpien tutkimusten mukaan muuten pienehkö proteiinivaje pidentää elinikää (kalorivajeen on kauan tiedetty pidentävän elinikää, mutta ilmeisesti nimen omaan vaje proteiinin saannissa on oleellinen tekijä). https://t.co/Cg76RQu6B4

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Betsy Redmond PhD, RD

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For better metabolic function and a chance at greater longevity - Stop eat animal protein and red meat - Eat more fruits, vegetables, beans, legumes,.. https://t.co/jocoKa4A6k

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Luke Walters

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@JoePrindl @foundmyfitness Oh yeah, with less animal-based protein linked to longevity, thinking on this one (The impact of dietary protein intake on longevity and metabolic health https://t.co/ropsZDioca) Would love to hear Rhonda's take on this stuff.

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The impact of dietary protein intake on longevity and metabolic health Nuevamente la reflexión acerca de su consumir o no proteínas, cantidad y calidad. https://t.co/RtKH2nbvG9

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The impact of dietary protein intake on longevity and metabolic health | "Recent studies show that a REDUCED protein intake or low-protein/high-carbohydrate diet plays a critical role in longevity [and] metabolic health" https://t.co/yBDCed4DLQ

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The impact of dietary protein intake on longevity and metabolic health.

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