Highlights: Protein helps women over 40 preserve muscle, strength, mobility, and metabolic health. Adequate protein supports bone health, especially as oestrogen levels decline during menopause. Protein-rich meals promote fullness, helping manage appetite, cravings, snacking, and midlife weight changes. Combining protein with strength training supports muscle preservation, growth, recovery, and healthy ageing. For decades, the loudest health advice for women has been to eat