This week’s HOT topic is how much protein do you need?
The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) states that you need 0.8 grams of protein for every kilogram of body weight. If you weigh 60kg, you need to consume at least 48g of protein. If you are 70kg then it is 56g of protein and if your weight is 80g, you need to consume 64g of protein.
Show Notes:
1.) How often should we consume whey protein if unable to get protein from natural sources?
2.) The differences between pea protein and soy protein. If you are a vegan, which is better for you?
3.) Do excess protein get converted to carbs and cause weight gain?
Random facts about protein:
– You have to eat protein every day. The body can’t store protein like it can carbohydrates and fat.
– protein is the most satiating macro, which helps explain why high-protein diets help promote weight loss and weight-loss maintenance.
– Pumpkin seeds provide 33g of protein per 100g serving.
– Crickets, however, provide 60g of protein per 100g serving