A comprehensive analysis of over 300 studies by researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison has revealed that reducing protein intake could be a more effective strategy for healthy ageing than the popular "proteinmaxxing" trend. While high-protein diets are often promoted for muscle growth and exercise recovery, the study found that most people, who are relatively sedentary, likely consume more protein than necessary, leading to negative health consequences. The research indicates that a low-protein diet improves metabolic function by reducing fatty tissue, increasing energy expenditure, and stabilizing blood sugar levels.