Consuming animal protein could prevent functional decline in older men

The medical community has presented findings on both the pros and cons of eating a diet high in animal protein as of late. But now, researchers publishing in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society suggest consuming a diet high in animal protein could help older men function at higher physical, psychological and social levels.

A compound in red grapes, including red wine, counteracts exercise benefits in older men

In older men, a natural antioxidant compound found in red grapes and other plants — called resveratrol — blocks many of the cardiovascular benefits of exercise, according to research published today [22 July 2013] in The Journal of Physiology…