"Protein, one of three types of macronutrients, helps our bodies repair the muscles, bones, and cells vital to keeping our bodies structurally intact. In fact, we are made up of roughly 10,000 various proteins that help us function. Protein is made up of chains of amino acids, and because the nine essential amino acids are not made by the body, we must get protein from food."
"The general recommendation is that most healthy adults need about 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. You can also multiply your weight in pounds by 0.36 to calculate the rounded ideal number of grams. For example, a person who weighs 170 pounds would need around 62 grams of protein per day or about 69 grams for someone who weighs 190 pounds."
"Anywhere from 10% to 35% of your daily caloric intake should be protein, according to the National Academy of Medicine: a wide range that underscores how protein intake varies greatly depending on the individual. Rather than getting caught up in complicated calculations, some experts say to just focus on eating protein-rich foods throughout the day, such as seafood, lean meats, poultry, eggs, legumes, nuts, seeds, and soy products."
Protein repairs muscles, bones, and cells and comprises thousands of distinct proteins. Protein consists of chains of amino acids and the nine essential amino acids must be obtained from food. Most healthy adults need about 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, or roughly 0.36 grams per pound; for example, a 170-pound person needs about 62 grams per day. Protein should supply about 10% to 35% of daily calories. Emphasize protein-rich foods throughout the day—seafood, lean meats, poultry, eggs, legumes, nuts, seeds, and soy—alongside fruits, vegetables, grains, and dairy. Protein requirements vary with pregnancy, exercise level, age, and other individual factors.
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