Why Protein Utilization Becomes More Important After 50 After 50, maintaining muscle mass is no longer just about appearance. It’s about mobility, strength, and long-term health. I’m 50 years old and I walk one hour every single day. I’ve always paid attention to nutrition, but I started noticing changes. Recovery was slower. Muscle fatigue increased. My energy wasn’t as consistent. That’s when I started researching protein absorption and utilization more deeply. The Real Issue Isn’t Just Protein Intake Most people believe increasing protein intake is enough. But the real question is: How much of that protein is actually used for muscle building? Some traditional protein sources are not fully utilized by the body. A portion may be converted into glucose or stored as fat, especially when the amino acid profile is not optimized. After 40 and especially after 50, this becomes even more relevant due to a process called: Anabolic Resistance As we age, our muscles respond l...
