The Plaza Life Protocol
Increased protein needs for seniors
For seniors, a high-protein diet can improve muscle health, reduce age-related muscle loss, and support maintenance during low-energy times. It’s also important to note that protein should be consumed several times throughout the day—especially in the morning and before bed.
Protein Throughout the Day
Because our senior living communities have restaurant-style dining, it’s easy for our residents to consume 30 to 40 grams of protein per meal.
Prioritizing animal proteins
At The Plaza, we add animal proteins to residents’ meals—milk, meat, seafood, yogurt, and eggs—which are most effective for protein synthesis and essential for senior nutrition.
Building Muscle Mass
To avoid frailty, we help our residents combine a high-protein diet with resistance training.
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nutrition
Dehydration in older adults poses several health risks, making it vital for seniors to drink plenty of water throughout the day.
We can reduce and sometimes even reverse age-related muscle loss through progressive resistance exercise.
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