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Protein Priority: The Secret to Living + Aging Strong

October 21 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
Assorted protein and dairy on a cutting board: ham, salmon, cheese, hard‑boiled eggs, milk, and a variety of nuts and seeds with grains and cottage cheese nearby.

Jodi Sheakley-Wright, WellcomeMD’s board-certified health coach is returning with a fourth installment of her Healthy Eating series! Join us as she covers the importance of protein and strategies to help protect muscle and vitality as we age.

Protein Priority: The Secret to Living + Aging Strong
Most adults are unintentionally under-eating one of the most important nutrients for healthy aging: protein.In this practical and eye-opening session, learn:

• Why protein becomes MORE important as we age
• How much protein you may actually need
• Why current minimum guidelines may not be enough
• How protein supports muscle, metabolism, energy, mobility, and independence
• Simple, realistic ways to meet your needs each day

Whether your goal is staying active, maintaining strength, supporting a healthy weight, or simply feeling your best, this talk will change the way you think about nutrition and aging.
This will be an in-person event held at the Richmond WellcomeMD clinic at 2500 Gaskins Rd. Light refreshments will be served, please feel free to bring a guest.

 

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  • Date: October 21
  • Time:
    5:30 pm - 7:00 pm