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Protein powder for older adults
A mild-tasting powder to add to milk, porridge or soups when meals are small.
Good forSmall appetite or recovery after illness, with a dietician's advice
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What it is, and who it helps
A protein powder for older adults is a mild, easy-to-mix powder that adds protein to milk, porridge, soups or smoothies. It is meant for people whose meals are small or whose appetite is low, and for recovery after illness or surgery, when protein needs are higher.
Food should come first: eggs, dal, curd, paneer, fish and nuts are all good sources. A powder helps to fill the gap when eating enough is difficult.
How to choose
- Look for a plain, unsweetened or lightly flavoured product from a licensed maker with a clear nutrition label.
- Check the amount of protein per serving and what else is in the powder, such as added sugar.
- Choose dairy, soy or plant protein depending on tolerance and diet.
- Ask a dietician how much your parent needs and how to fit it in.
Using it safely
- Check with a doctor before use if your parent has kidney disease, since protein needs to be controlled.
- Mix it with enough fluid, and take it with meals or as advised.
- Do not use it to replace meals unless a dietician has said so, and stop if it causes stomach upset.
Before you buy
Is protein powder safe for the kidneys?
In healthy kidneys, moderate amounts are fine. People with kidney disease must follow their doctor's advice.
How can I make it taste better?
Mix it with milk, banana, ragi porridge or soup, and chill it.
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a doctor, nurse or physiotherapist what is right for your parent.
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