I know, I know, you’re SO tired of hearing about protein. Every health expert won’t shut up about it. But here’s the thing: there’s actually a really good reason why, especially for women over 40. Here’s what’s really happening in your body: As we age, our bodies literally become worse at digesting and using the protein we eat. It’s not that we’re doing anything wrong, it’s just biology. Our protein metabolism changes, our anabolic response declines, and our bodies aren’t as efficient at turning that protein into usable fuel for our muscles. So here’s the kicker: I actually need MORE protein as a percentage of my body weight than a 20-year-old football player does. Wild, right? Not more calories, MORE PROTEIN. Research shows older adults require higher protein doses per meal to achieve the same muscle-building response that younger people get from smaller amounts. And it gets even more critical the older we get. Your grandparents need even MORE protein than you do because they’r...