Unsure if you need 100 grams of protein daily? A registered dietitian explains how much protein the average person needs per day, plus how to calculate the ideal protein intake for YOUR goals. Plus, 11 delicious protein-packed upgrades to boost your diet.
Edwina Clark is a nationally-recognized Registered Dietitian, dually credentialed in the US and Australia, and a Certified Specialty Sports Dietitian. Her specialties include general wellness, disease prevention, sports nutrition, supplements, and gut health.Protein is hot right now. Open any social media platform, and you’ll find a bevy of influencers touting the benefits of eating 100 grams of protein a day.
Note that 1 kilogram is equal to 2.2 pounds. To calculate your weight kilograms, divide your weight by 2.2. While 100 grams of protein per day isn’t the right amount for everyone, eating this much protein is probably not going to hurt you either. Long-term consumption ofper kilogram per day seems to be safe for most adults, and eating up to 3.5 grams of protein per kilogram is generally well-tolerated for short periods. Moreover, some groups need more protein to support specific goals and demands, including:indicates that athletes need 1.
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