David CoxAug 5, 2026 – 5.00amFrom shakes to cereals, high-protein branded products are everywhere, all repeating the mantra that we need to be getting more and more protein, especially through mid-life and beyond.It’s a global industry worth a reported $78 billion. But ageing science is telling a more nuanced story. In reality, for many people, eating too much protein could actually be ageing them faster.The Telegraph LondonSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Why eating too much protein could shorten your life
High-protein diets have become extremely popular, but emerging research suggests consuming too much protein without doing enough exercise could damage your DNA.
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