Protein

How much protein is needed daily? One gram per pound of body weight? How much can you absorb in one sitting? Lets find out...

Bodybuilders and athletes require more than sedentary people. Strength training athletes should consume 0.75-0.85 grams per pound of body weight to build and maintain lean mass, sedentary people can take in as little as 0.30 to 0.45 grams per pound of body weight and still find it beneficial. Excess protein is either excreted from the body or converted into fat, taking in to much protein at one sitting will not only burn a hole in your pocket it just might add on a few extra unwanted pounds, so be careful. Eating the correct amount of protein during each meal gives your body the best opportunity to use every gram. I shoot for 200g daily-equally distributed throughout the day.