US Dietary Guidelines raise adult protein intake recommendation
Updated
Updated · The Washington Post · May 3
US Dietary Guidelines raise adult protein intake recommendation
6 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · May 3
The new target is 1.2-1.6 grams per kilogram daily, meaning about 83 grams for a 150-pound adult, with experts highlighting risks for older people and those losing weight.
Dietitians said under-eating protein can show up as persistent hunger, slower workout recovery and difficulty preserving muscle mass, especially after 30 and more sharply after 60.
They said adequate protein, spread across meals and paired with strength training, supports independence and longevity, while vegetarians, vegans and people changing diets may need more careful planning.
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