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Understanding the Role of Dietary Protein in Healthy Aging: Clinical and Non-Clinical Aspects

Taught by
Stuart Phillips, PhD, FACSM, FCAHS
Distinguished University Professor, Department of Kinesiology, McMaster University, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada
Duration
58
min

About this Webinar

Objectives:

  • Explain the concept of anabolic resistance and its impact on muscle protein synthesis in aging
  • Analyze the role of leucine and high-quality protein sources in overcoming sarcopenia
  • Evaluate clinical evidence for protein supplementation strategies during periods of disuse and recovery
  • Apply evidence-based protein dosing and timing recommendations to both community-dwelling and hospitalized older adults 

Financial support provided by Nestlé Health Science.

Funding from non-CPE revenue for CPE planning, development, review, and / or presentation has been provided by Nestlé Health Science.

Before obtaining a CE certificate:  
1. Review the self-reflection questions:

  • Describe any professional gaps that were identified as a result of viewing this presentation. Do you plan to change your current practice? if so, what can you or your team change that you are not currently doing?

  • What barriers or limitations do you anticipate when it comes to implementing a change to your practice. How can you overcome such barriers?

What do you or your team need to learn more about to improve knowledge, competence, and/or patient care?  

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