If you think inflammation only matters when your knees ache or your back feels stiff, you're missing a bigger part of the picture.

If you've noticed it takes longer to recover from workouts, maintain muscle, or feel satisfied after meals, you’re not imagining it. What doesn’t help is assuming your protein needs stay exactly the same throughout life.

If you've noticed it takes longer to recover from workouts, maintain muscle, or feel satisfied after meals, you’re not imagining it. What doesn’t help is assuming your protein needs stay exactly the same throughout life.

If you've been feeling more tired, stiff, puffy, or "off" lately—but not necessarily in pain—you’re not imagining it. What doesn’t help is assuming inflammation only matters when something hurts.