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Eliashevich S.O.

National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine

Misharova A.P.

National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine

Drapkina O.M.

National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine

The role of protein in the elderly patients nutrition

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Eliashevich S.O., Misharova A.P., Drapkina O.M.

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Journal: Russian Journal of Preventive Medicine. 2026;29(2): 90‑96

DOI: 10.17116/profmed20262902190

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THE ROLE OF PROTEIN IN THE ELDERLY PATIENTS NUTRITION
THE ROLE OF PROTEIN IN THE ELDERLY PATIENTS NUTRITION

To cite this article:

Eliashevich SO, Misharova AP, Drapkina OM. The role of protein in the elderly patients nutrition. Russian Journal of Preventive Medicine. 2026;29(2):90‑96. (In Russ.)
https://doi.org/10.17116/profmed20262902190

 
Подписка 2026 Профилактическая медицина (Russian Journal of Preventive Medicine)
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Abstract:

Malnutrition in elderly patients significantly deteriorates the course of associated diseases and quality of life. Nutritional support, ensuring adequate protein supply, plays a key role in restoring and maintaining the health of this population group.

OBJECTIVE

To analyze the role of protein in oral nutritional support for elderly patients and identify optimal strategies for nutrition improvement.

MATERIALS AND METHODS

The review considers recent published works and clinical recommendations from PubMed and eLibrary databases regarding protein intake in people over 60 years of age; different sources of protein (plant and animal), their impact on metabolism, recovery of muscle mass and general health status are assessed.

RESULTS

It has been established that adequate protein intake can significantly reduce the risk of sarcopenia, improve the immune response and accelerate recovery from diseases and surgery. According to the recommendations on rational nutrition, the protein quota for elderly people should be 1.0—1.2 g per 1 kg body weight per day, but individual needs can vary depending on the level of physical activity and comorbidity structure.

CONCLUSION

The study results show that the development and implementation of personalized approaches to nutrition significantly increase the efficacy of treatment activities and improve quality of life.

Keywords:

protein
elderly age
nutritional support
malnutrition
sarcopenia
catabolism

Authors:

Eliashevich S.O.

National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine

Misharova A.P.

National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine

Drapkina O.M.

National Medical Research Center for Therapy and Preventive Medicine

Received:

14.06.2025

Accepted:

28.07.2025

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