British Vogue Sets Protein Needs at 1g to 2.2g Per Kg, Warns Against Chasing 100g
Updated
Updated · British Vogue · May 26
British Vogue Sets Protein Needs at 1g to 2.2g Per Kg, Warns Against Chasing 100g
1 articles · Updated · British Vogue · May 26
British Vogue’s guide says daily protein targets should be based on body weight and lifestyle: 1g per kilogram for sedentary adults, 1.6g to 2.2g for active adults, and 1.2g to 1.5g for people over 65.
100g a day can be appropriate for some people—especially regular strength trainers, very active adults, peri-menopausal people, or those managing blood sugar—but the guide says it should not displace fibre, healthy fats and other nutrient-rich foods.
25g to 35g per meal is presented as a practical way to spread intake across the day, as debate continues over how much protein the body can absorb in one sitting.
Bloating, constipation, thirst and low energy are listed as likely signs of excessive intake, while kidney strain is described as a rarer risk, particularly for people with existing kidney disease.
The broader message is that protein supports muscle repair, satiety, energy, blood sugar and hormone health, but the right amount is highly individual rather than trend-driven.
Could your high-protein diet be silently damaging your kidneys, even if you feel perfectly healthy?
While we obsess over protein, are we ignoring a critical nutrient deficiency affecting 95% of Americans?
Is the billion-dollar protein boom a health revolution or the new 'low-fat' marketing craze?