NMLP EP 151 : Protein Needs

<p>When trying to lose weight, building muscle mass, or generally trying to be healthier... all you hear is PROTEIN PROTEIN PROTEIN. <br /> <br /> Butttttt How much protein should we be eating each day?</p> <p> </p> <p>If you talk to a personal trainer or an avid gym goer, you might think 1g/pound of body weight. Well the recommended daily allowance or RDA for most adults is 0.8g/kg of body weight.  To get your weight into kilograms/kg you need to divide weight in pounds by 2.2. This could look like a 180lb individual divided by 2.2 = ~82kg. <br /> <br /> This could be either 180g of protein to try to eat (wowzas) OR aim for at least 65g protein (phew that's easier). </p> <p> </p> <p>Now, do I frequently recommend 1g/kg of body weight!? YESSS!!! So in that example I just gave, that's 82g protein a day! Still a lot easier to achieve than 180g protein a day. <br /> <br /> PLUS veggies, whole graine, legumes/beans, nuts/seeds also contain protein. So ADD to your meal :) <br /> <br /> <br /> To learn more or work with Nicole, visit <a href= "https://www.nutritionsmylife.com">www.nutritionsmylife.com</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>References: <br /> <a href= "https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK541119/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK541119/</a></p> <p><a href= "https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6492513/">https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6492513/</a></p>