High-Protein: Eating 100+ Grams Everyday Can Change Everything
At this point we might sound like a broken record, but eating high-protein I’ve realized most of us *know* protein is important and good for us… but most of us under eat it. And while
The Purpose of Protein
Protein is a non-negotiable no matter how much we eat. It’s essential macronutrient that helps to build and repair tissues, produce hormones, and produce enzymes. Building lean muscle is critical to maintaining wellness through every age, and is highly dependent on sufficient protein intake.
build and maintain muscle
create hormones
create enzymes
What is Enough Protein
“Sufficient” protein looks different for everyone, which is where it can get confusing. The ideal amount of protein intake per day varies depending on age, gender, activity level, and muscle mass. Generally, aim to consume 0.8 to 1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, but I like to go by the rule of thumb to aim for about 20-30g of protein per meal. I wrote this blog post to give you ideas
The amount of protein necessary per day varies depending on age, gender, activity level, and muscle mass. Generally, we should aim to consume 0.8 to 1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, but I like to go by the rule of thumb to aim for about 20-30g of protein per meal. I personally don’t count calories or track macros, but I do believe keeping track of only your protein intake for a few days to help determine where you’re at… spoiler alert, it’s probably a lot lower than you think. If you are under-consuming protein, it’s going to be that much harder to reach your goals in the gym because your body needs protein in order to build more lean muscle mass. Try to gradually increase your protein intake instead of aiming for 1 gram per pound of body weight right way (it can be a hard adjustment since protein is much more filling than other macronutrients).
