Are You Eating Enough Protein

Protein comes from the Greek word proteios, meaning primary or first place.

We all agree that protein is very important but most people underestimate just how much protein is needed each day. 

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein isn’t much: 0.35grams per pound of bodyweight. For a woman who weighs 140 pounds, that's about 53 grams a day. That’s only about an eight-ounce chicken breast.

Remember, the RDA is your basic protein requirement, or the bare minimum you need to keep from getting sick.

Research shows that diets higher in protein can help you maintain a healthy weight and help you hold onto muscle as you age.

To thrive, to feel good, to be lean and healthy, and get all the benefits that protein provides — you’ll want to up your protein.

You don't need to count or become obsessive, just start by increasing protein-rich foods daily. Good options would be: 

• Grass-fed beef - (28g per 100g)

• Wild-caught, cold-water fish - (20g per 100g)

• Organic eggs - (6g per egg)

• Free-range organic poultry - (26g per 100g)

• Organic dairy (unless you’re dairy sensitive) (10g per 100g)

If you do want to track your protein a little closer, a good general rule is to aim for:
0.5g - 0.7g of protein per pound of bodyweight.

I've noticed people who workout a lot or have an active lifestyle need at least 0.7g.