The importance of protein for women over 40

Protein is essential for women aged 40 and above due to the natural changes their bodies undergo, including hormonal shifts, muscle loss (sarcopenia), and bone density reduction.

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by Candice De Mendonca
Sports nutritionist & personal trainer
The importance of protein for women over 40
Muscle Recovery
1 min read

Protein is essential for women aged 40 and above due to the natural changes their bodies undergo, including hormonal shifts, muscle loss (sarcopenia), and bone density reduction. High protein intake supports muscle preservation, bone strength, hormone balance, metabolism and satiety, all vital factors for healthy ageing.


High Protein Recovery Milk, which contains 21g of protein per serving, is an
excellent choice for women in this age group, as it not only helps rebuild muscles
after physical activity but also aids in recovery by replenishing glycogen stores,
reducing muscle soreness and accelerating repair.


The why?...


After forty, women experience accelerated muscle loss and hormonal changes,
especially around menopause. Adequate protein intake helps combat these effects by preserving lean muscle mass, which is crucial for maintaining strength, especially if we want to get off the toilet at eighty. This sounds crazy to say, but that's the reality we are dealing with; what we do today influences our outcomes in the future.

Protein affects metabolic rate and insulin sensitivity. It also supports bone health
by aiding collagen production and calcium metabolism, reducing osteoporosis risk.


Additionally, protein promotes hormone regulation, satiety and stable blood sugar
levels, which can alleviate common menopausal symptoms like cravings, mood
swings and energy fluctuations. Experts recommend consuming about 1.2 to 1.5
grams of protein per kg of body weight daily for active women over forty to meet
these needs effectively.


Why High Protein Recovery Milk?


High Protein Recovery Milk offers more than twice the protein content of regular
milk, delivering 21g of high-quality protein per serving. It combines the rapid
absorption of whey protein isolate with the slow-digesting benefits of casein,
making it ideal for muscle recovery and sustained protein supply. This milk
replenishes glycogen stores in muscles and liver after exercise, reduces soreness
and accelerates recovery. For women over 40, incorporating this product into their diet can help meet increased protein demands conveniently while enhancing physical recovery, muscle maintenance and overall well-being during the menopausal transition and active ageing, as well as improve bone density due to hormonal shifts.

By choosing High Protein Recovery Milk, women forty and above can support a
healthier, stronger body and navigate the challenges of midlife with greater
resilience and vitality.