Protein - How Much is Enough?
Protein is not just for great skin, hair, and nails; it's critical for health. Without it, you wouldn't be able to repair damage, digest food, fight infections, build muscle and bone, create hormones, and even think and have good moods. Higher protein diets can help fight high blood pressure, diabetes, and osteoporosis. Not to mention protein's great benefits for metabolism boosting, satiety (feeling full after a meal), and weight management. Protein is important, and this is a given. There are a few factors to consider when calculating how much protein we need. I go through those calculations with you. Then I list the amount of protein in some common foods. How much protein is enough There isn’t a real rule that applies equally to everyone. There are a few factors to consider when figuring out how much protein you need. Start with the minimum recommendation of 0.8 g/kg (0.36 g/lb) per day. So, for a 68 kg (150