Definition of «normal amount of protein»

The normal or recommended amount of protein that a person should consume daily is typically around 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight, according to the Institute of Medicine. This means that an average adult (weighing about 70 kg) would need approximately 56 grams of protein per day for optimal health and maintenance of muscle tissue. However, individual needs may vary depending on factors such as age, gender, activity level, and overall health status.

Sentences with «normal amount of protein»

The results of the study were obtained over a course of 8 weeks by monitoring the weight gain in two groups of resistance training individuals — one on a high protein diet, the other one consuming normal amounts of protein. (fitnessandpower.com)
For 3 weeks, teenagers skipping breakfast either carried on skipping breakfast or ate 500 - calorie cereal and milk breakfast meals containing normal amounts of protein, or higher protein Belgium waffle, syrup and yogurt breakfast meals. (ahealthblog.com)
This sleep quality is better compared to those who lost the same amount of weight while consuming a normal amount of protein.» (sciencedaily.com)
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