Optimising protein quality in meals for healthy longevity: from concept to the Alpha Tool

23 Sept 2026
The Future of Positive Nutrition Theatre
23rd September Session 1: Nutrient density: where food, functional and positive nutrition converge
Healthy longevity requires more than sufficient protein intake, it requires optimal protein quality at the meal level. This talk presents how protein quantity, digestibility, and amino acid composition can be integrated into practical meal optimisation strategies using the Alpha Tool. By translating nutritional science into digital applications, we can design meals that support muscle resilience, recovery, and long-term functional health.
Speakers
Pol Grootswagers
Pol Grootswagers, Assistant Professor Nutrition and Ageing - Wageningen University & Research