Consuming more plant protein correlates with better health outcomes as women age, including reduced chronic diseases, improved.
Analysis of data from 48,000 women over decades shows a 38% higher likelihood of healthy aging with each.
Plant protein is linked to lower cardiovascular disease risk and contains high-quality carbohydrates, fiber, vitamins.
Data from the Nurses' Health Study tracked protein consumption and health outcomes from middle.
Middle-aged women need 5-6 ounces of protein daily; a 3% increase equals about half an ounce of protein.
Include beans, lentils, green peas, spinach, broccoli, nuts, and peanut butter.
Higher plant protein intake is associated with better health outcomes compared to animal protein consumption.