how much protein shoul I be taking a day?

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how much protein shoul I be taking a day?

About how much does a average person be taking?
And how about if you are working out 3 to 4 times a week, how much protein should I intake then?

2007-01-31 04:50:57 · 3 answers · asked by mierdurez 2 in Health ➔ Diet & Fitness

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the general rule of thumb is to ingest about 1-2 grams of protein for every pound you weigh. closer to 1 gram if you dont workout, exercise, etc. closer to 2 grams if you do lift and do strenuous physical activity.

2007-01-31 04:53:59 · answer #1 · answered by sweetangle 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋

I read somewhere that 50 grams was a good average for women but men need a little more.

2007-01-31 05:51:22 · answer #2 · answered by Margaret M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

15% of your diet should be protein.

2007-01-31 04:52:43 · answer #3 · answered by CelebrateMeHome 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋