The high group also had nearly four times the rate of hip fractures compared to the low group. This is after researchers adjusted for age, weight, estrogen use, tobacco use, exercise, total calcium intake and total protein intake. But we found the relationship was still there. The most significant possible reason for this link between high animal protein and bone loss and hip fractures is because animal products have a high amount of acid, Sellmeyer said. Too much acid may be detrimental to bone health.
Protein is very important in maintaining strong bones and muscles.
But we do want people to work in more fruits and vegetables into their diets. This study is yet another reason to eat more fruits and vegetables. Being a parent, grandparent or provider can add value to an elderly person's life. And having control over such roles appears to be more important to people as they age than feelings of control over life as a whole. Study participants were asked to choose three roles they valued the most in their lives and rank order them.