At 92 years old, my legs are strong and healthy! 6 common mistakes that are slowly damaging your joints – advice from a doctor.

Mistake #2: Protein Deficiency

For a long time I thought I was eating right – vegetables, a little grain, no frills. But as you age, your body needs more protein. After the age of 70, your muscles start to require additional support, otherwise they “burn out” even with minimal effort.

Many people eat too little protein – some avoid meat, others live on bread and pasta. This is a shortcut to weakness and loss of strength. Studies show that older people who consume less than 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight are more likely to lose balance and stability.

I changed my menu: breakfast with an egg and cottage cheese, lunch with meat or fish, dinner with a handful of nuts or yogurt. That way, every meal has a source of protein — and the results were immediate.