Protein and Aging: Why the Standard RDA May Be Too Low for Your Muscles

The standard protein recommendation was designed to prevent deficiency, not to preserve muscle as you age. In this video, we break down what sarcopenia actually is, why aging muscle needs more protein per pound through a process called anabolic resistance, what current research actually recommends, why hitting these targets gets genuinely harder with age, and why resistance exercise remains a critical part of the equation. This video is for general health education and is not a substitute for medical advice. Individuals with kidney disease or other conditions affecting protein metabolism should consult a doctor before significantly increasing protein intake. Subscribe to Habit & Health for more evidence-based nutrition breakdowns every week. #Sarcopenia #ProteinIntake #HabitAndHealth #MuscleHealth #HealthyAging #ResistanceTraining #NutritionFacts