
Protein Quality Matters
Protein in a nutshell, is a nitrogen-containing macronutrient made up of smaller individual chemical chains known as amino acids. Dietary protein has many vital roles
Over the years, we’ve read a plethora of journals, listened to top researchers, and had numerous conversations with renowned specialists. The most engaging insights we’ve archived in our library of over 110 easy to digest articles. These include the intricacies of determining protein quality, the future of 3D printed food in aged care, how diet quality affects frailty with ageing, and why we need a bit more protein as we age.
Like healthcare, our library is always evolving. So feel free to visit regularly.
Protein in a nutshell, is a nitrogen-containing macronutrient made up of smaller individual chemical chains known as amino acids. Dietary protein has many vital roles
Age-related muscle loss is one of greatest health issues for older adults. Up to a third of people over 50 experience sarcopenia – the age-related
Technology has helped to address many health-related challenges. Now a new technology, 3D printing, is being used to print foods. These foods can make eating
What is protein & why is it important for the body? Did you know that the human body is comprised of about 16 per cent
What is malnutrition? The Dietitian’s Association of Australia calls malnutrition a “silent epidemic”, and it is estimated that 1 in 3 people admitted to hospital
Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic condition that occurs progressively, beginning with decreased insulin sensitivity in cells, known as insulin resistance, leading to pre-diabetes. Without
Plant protein has been creeping into the limelight with growing awareness that it could be as good as high quality animal protein for powering muscles.
How desperate are you to prolong your youth – enough to have someone else’s poo put into your body? It doesn’t sound too glamorous, but
As we age, there are close links between sleep duration, mental health disorders and dementia. Most recently, a large study in the UK has found
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