{"id":12791,"date":"2025-07-30T11:35:19","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T09:35:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/?p=12791"},"modified":"2025-07-30T11:35:19","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T09:35:19","slug":"proteins-for-seniors-to-help-build-muscle-mass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/proteins-for-seniors-to-help-build-muscle-mass\/","title":{"rendered":"Proteins for seniors to help build muscle mass"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protein intake in <\/span><b>older adults<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is essential for<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> preserving muscle mass and maintaining mobility, independence, and quality of life. As we age, good health becomes a priority. Did you know that after the age of 50, muscle loss accelerates? <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After age 50, muscle mass <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elsevier.es\/es-revista-seminarios-fundacion-espanola-reumatologia-274-articulo-que-es-sarcopenia-S1577356609000128\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">decreases by 1\u20132% annually<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> if no preventive action is taken.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-quality proteins can make a big difference in <\/span><b>preserving muscle mass.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> They also help strengthen the immune system and support gut health, playing a key role in staying active and energized. Below, we\u2019ll explore <\/span><b>how to choose the best sources<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and how to incorporate them effectively into your routine to maximize their benefits.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Why are proteins essential for muscle mass in older adults?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As we age, our bodies go through changes that may affect health and well-being, such as muscle loss, known as sarcopenia. <\/span><b>Muscle recovery with proteins and probiotics<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is crucial to fight this process, as they provide the amino acids needed to maintain and repair muscle tissue.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Preserving muscle tissue also <\/span><b>enhances strength, improves balance, and reduces the risk of falls<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It contributes to a healthy metabolism, which is key to maintaining energy and vitality. Eating high-quality protein daily can make a real difference in your quality of life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Natural body changes with age<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sarcopenia is an inevitable change, characterized by progressive loss of lean mass along with increased fat mass and reduced strength. This condition <\/span><b>affects metabolism<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, slowing it down, and impacts the body\u2019s ability to process nutrients efficiently. Therefore, it is essential to <\/span><b>consume key nutrients<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as proteins and probiotics to support both physical and emotional health.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Benefits of protein for older adults<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sarcopenia is a major and potentially reversible cause of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12028177\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">functional decline and disability.<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span><b>Muscle mass and proteins<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are key to preventing falls, improving mobility, speeding up cell repair, and maintaining <\/span><b>healthy skin<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Ideal protein sources for seniors<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choosing the right <\/span><b>protein sources for older adults<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is vital. Go for low-fat foods rich in essential nutrients. For those seeking convenient alternatives, <\/span><b>our protein supplements<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> offer an easy and effective solution. They are also formulated to be easy to digest, promoting overall wellness.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Practical and tasty options<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for ways to include more <\/span><b>protein for older adults<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in your daily diet without compromising on taste? We offer practical and delicious options you can enjoy with ease. Our ice creams, such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/helados\/chocolate-con-pepitas-de-chocolate-belga\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Belgian chocolate chip<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/helados\/vainilla-de-madagascar-con-caramelo\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madagascar vanilla with caramel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, are perfect as a <\/span><b>healthy treat<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. These are our easy-to-consume, protein-rich foods.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/helados\/chocolate-con-pepitas-de-chocolate-belga\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Belgian chocolate chip ice cream<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/helados\/mango-alphonso\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Alphonso mango<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/helados\/vainilla-de-madagascar-con-caramelo\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Madagascar vanilla with caramel<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/helados\/stracciatella-con-chips-de-cacao-belga\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Stracciatella with Belgian cocoa chips<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/helados\/yogur-con-sirope-sabor-frutos-del-bosque\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yogurt with forest fruit syrup<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/cereales\/granola\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Granola<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/cereales\/muesli\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muesli<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>How to include more protein for seniors in your daily diet<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adding protein to your diet can be <\/span><b>simple, tasty, and healthy,<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> because it\u2019s essential to maintain muscle mass, especially as we age. Start your day with scrambled eggs or Greek yogurt. Throughout the day, include <\/span><b>lean protein sources<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discapnet.es\/salud\/alimentacion-y-nutricion\/mejores-fuentes-de-proteinas-magras\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">egg whites, white fish, canned tuna, cottage cheese, and chicken<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You can also enjoy <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">snacks<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> between meals to maintain your energy levels. Our supplements are a <\/span><b>practical and effective option<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure you\u2019re getting these essential nutrients with ease.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Daily practical tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To include more protein in your routine, <\/span><b>plan your meals<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in advance. Include a protein source in every meal and snack. Choose <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">portable snacks<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as protein bars or nuts. If you have a sweet tooth, our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/helados\/\"><b>high-protein ice creams<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are a delicious option. You can also enjoy a shake after physical activity to support muscle recovery. These small changes can have a significant impact on your overall health.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>The importance of variety<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To get all the essential amino acids your body needs, vary your protein sources and combine them with probiotics. This way, you can <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-benefits-of-probiotics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">enhance digestion and absorption<\/span><\/i><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, maximizing the benefits. For example, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/helados\/yogur-con-sirope-sabor-frutos-del-bosque\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">our yogurt with forest fruit syrup<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is not only delicious but also <\/span><b>supports gut health<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> thanks to its live cultures.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can also share <\/span><b>proteins and probiotics with your family<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. By diversifying your protein sources, you\u2019ll enrich your diet while enjoying a more complete and satisfying culinary experience.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><b>Proteins for seniors<\/b> are essential to preserve muscle mass and support healthy aging. Choosing foods rich in this macronutrient helps keep you strong and active. <\/span><b>We encourage you to try our products<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> designed for older adults who care about their overall well-being.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>References:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul style=\"font-size: 12px;\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ferran Masan\u00e9s Tor\u00e1n <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">et al<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. What is sarcopenia?<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Seminarios de la Fundaci\u00f3n Espa\u00f1ola de Reumatolog\u00eda<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Vol. 11. No. 1. Pages 14\u201323 (Jan\u2013Mar 2010). DOI: 10.1016\/j.semreu.2009.10.003. Available at: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.elsevier.es\/es-revista-seminarios-fundacion-espanola-reumatologia-274-articulo-que-es-sarcopenia-S1577356609000128\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.elsevier.es\/&#8230;<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mayo Clinic. Healthy Lifestyle. Strength training. April 29, 2023. Available at: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/es\/healthy-lifestyle\/fitness\/in-depth\/strength-training\/art-20046670\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/&#8230;<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ian Janssen <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">et al<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Low relative skeletal muscle mass (sarcopenia) in older persons is associated with functional impairment and physical disability. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">J Am Geriatr Soc<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. May 2002;50(5):889\u201396. DOI: 10.1046\/j.1532-5415.2002.50216.x. Available at: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12028177\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12028177\/<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Best sources of lean protein and their benefits. Discapnet. Last updated: August 28, 2024. Available at: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.discapnet.es\/salud\/alimentacion-y-nutricion\/mejores-fuentes-de-proteinas-magras\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.discapnet.es\/&#8230;<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard Health Publishing. The benefits of probiotics bacteria. June 7, 2017. Available at: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/the-benefits-of-probiotics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/&#8230;<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Protein intake in older adults is essential for preserving muscle mass and maintaining mobility, independence, and quality of life. As we age, good health becomes a priority. Did you know that after the age of 50, muscle loss accelerates? After age 50, muscle mass decreases by 1\u20132% annually if no preventive action is taken.\u00a0 High-quality<a class=\"more-link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/proteins-for-seniors-to-help-build-muscle-mass\/\">Continue reading <span class=\"screen-reader-text\">&#8220;Proteins for seniors to help build muscle mass&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":12181,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"rank_math_lock_modified_date":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[31],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-12791","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-health","entry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12791"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12791"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12791\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":12792,"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12791\/revisions\/12792"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12181"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12791"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12791"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.proasis.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12791"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}