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New research suggests that diets lower in protein may support healthy aging.

While more data is needed, experts believe low-protein diets may reduce inflammation, among other things.

Dietitians don’t suggest cutting back on protein just yet.

Protein has been a big focus in nutrition over the past few years. But new research suggests that people may be going overboard on the macronutrient—and scaling back could extend your life.

The scientific review, which was published in the journal Cell Press , analyzed data from more than 350 studies on humans, mice, insects, yeast, and other organisms, and found several biological…

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