5 things to know about protein

If you’re sedentary, you officially need about 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight

Active people need more protein

I don’t see data to suggest that our bodies can use protein beyond about 0.4 to 0.5 grams of protein per kilogram

You can overdo the protein thing

 But so is a hard-boiled egg, which contains about 6 grams of protein, or a chicken breast.

You don’t need that whey shake.

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Because protein fills you up, it helps you eat less, and your body has to work harder to break it down.

Extra protein probably won’t help you lose weight

I’m an advocate of spreading protein throughout the day, especially making sure you consume enough at breakfast

Protein after a workout and before bed may have benefits

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