Registered dietitian Gabriel Tafur and preventive medicine doctor Sedrina Calder explain how much protein you should consume per meal to prevent overeating. They say it’s up to 30 grams. Eating more protein doesn’t provide health benefits and can strain your kidneys.
Our bodies don’t store protein like they do carbohydrates or fat, so excess protein is usually excreted in the urine. However, research suggests that some of the extra protein can support muscle growth. For those looking to gain as much muscle as possible, it’s recommended to aim for around 20–40 grams of protein per meal.
When too much protein is consumed, the following health risks arise: kidney strain, weight gain, digestive problems (constipation, bloating).
The Dietary Reference Intake (DRI) recommends a protein intake of 0.8g per kg of body weight. This can be increased to 1.5g if you’re looking to build muscle. Protein needs may be higher in older people, those recovering from illness, and active people.
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Source: Ferra
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