How Diet Type Affects Protein Digestion in Young and Older Adults
This study compares how well the body digests protein from plant-based versus meat-based diets in young adults (18–23) and older adults (65–75). Researchers want to understand if age and diet type affect how efficiently your body uses protein from food.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18–23 years old or 65–75 years old
- Have a normal or slightly overweight body (BMI between 18 and 30)
- Either eat meat regularly (more than 3 times per week, more than 70% of protein from animal sources) or follow a vegetarian diet (no meat or fish, more than 70% of protein from plants)
- Be in good overall health with no serious medical conditions (high blood pressure, diabetes, heart disease, liver or kidney problems, or digestive disorders)
- No known food allergies
- Not pregnant, not an elite athlete, and not consumed excessive alcohol
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