Protein Needs Vary by Age and Health, Experts Advise Balanced Intake

Kathmandu. People often eat a lot of protein thinking it helps them stay strong. And some people think eating only lentils and milk is enough.

But the truth is that the body's needs vary at different ages. Children need protein for growth, youth for muscle strength, and in old age, people need protein to maintain strength. Consuming too little or too much protein can have adverse effects on health.