Lower protein intake could benefit sedentary people: Study

New Delhi: Consuming less protein, especially among those who are relatively sedentary, could have greater health benefits and may extend lifespan, according to a new review."It's absolutely crystal clear that there are benefits of protein to muscle growth and exercise response of active individuals," author Dudley Lamming, of the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the US, said."But because most people are relatively sedentary, many people are likely consuming more protein than they actually need, which probably has negative health consequences," Lamming said.The study, published in the journal Cell Press Blue, reviewed 350 papers on protein restriction and aging.Previous studies have found that eating less protein can extend the lifespan of flies and rodents without reducing calorie consumption.Researchers added that several recent clinical trials in humans have also shown that reducing protein intake can reduce weight and fat mass and improve fasting blood sugar in humans, even though protein-restricted individuals tend to…