The protein gap : Increasing protein intake in the diet of community-dwelling older adults - A simulation study

Objective: Approximately 50% of Dutch community-dwelling older adults does not meet protein recommendations. This study assesses the effect of replacing low protein foods with protein-rich alternatives on protein intake of Dutch community-dwelling older adults. Design: The Dutch National Food Consumption Survey - Older Adults 2010-2012 was used for scenario modelling. Dietary intake was estimated for 727 adults aged 70+ based on two 24-h recalls. Commonly consumed products were replaced by comparable products rich in protein (scenario 1), foods enriched in protein (scenario 2), and a combination of both (scenario 3). Replacement scenarios were confined to participants whose dietary protein intake was