Less protein in diet may slow aging, review of 350+ studies finds

A sweeping review of more than 350 studies suggests that eating less protein improves metabolism, reduces inflammation and cellular damage, and activates biological pathways linked to healthier aging and longer life. The findings challenge the widespread promotion of high-protein diets and indicate that the protein boom may be overselling what most people actually need. Researchers highlight that protein restriction itself — not just calorie reduction — appears to be the key factor.

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