I'm sorry if this has already been a thread, but I need to know how much protein per day I need...

[Silvermystique 1]

I've been trying to find answers on how much Protein I need a day for optimal weight loss and healthiness. Again, sorry if this has already been discussed!

[TKW 501]

My nutritionist wants me to get 70 grams.

[reverie 49]

60g is average for a woman I believe. If you're looking to lose weight/feel satiety when you eat, I'd shoot for 80g+ Try to get at least 20 in per meal. I eat my weight in Protein most of the time, so I average anywhere from 120-135g a day.

[dits4golf 0]

Yup 60-70 g / day. Carbs. should be less than Protein.< /p>

[deelucious1 0]

I've been trying to find answers on how much Protein I need a day for optimal weight loss and healthiness. Again, sorry if this has already been discussed!

Been to see a couple Nutritionist about 3 times, they say 60 - 80 grams per day,,,, and no MORE!!! You will potentially gain weight! So try to stay in range! Remember that whey Protien is an excellent source for protien, how ever dont forget what types of food supplies protien!

Here is a list I just guestimate my intake

FOOD GRAMS

Steak 7.5gm per ounce (leaner meats = less fat = more protein)

Turkey Burger 7 gm per ounce

cheese 6-7 gm per ounce (cheddar, mozarella)

Egg - yolk 3 gm

Egg - white 3.5 gm

Shrimp 5.5 gm per ounce (or 11-12 large shrimp)

Fish 5.5 gm per ounce (Salmon 6 gm/ounce, Halibut 5.5gm/ounce,Cod 5gm/ounce)

Hamburger 7 gm per ounce

Nuts 6 gm per ounce

Jerky 10 gm per ounce

( Peanut Butter 2 tbs= 8 gms)

( Edamame 1 cup = 12 grams)

[Silvermystique 1]

Thank you! This helps alot!

[reverie 49]

Been to see a couple Nutritionist about 3 times, they say 60 - 80 grams per day,,,, and no MORE!!! You will potentially gain weight! So try to stay in range! Remember that whey Protien is an excellent source for protien, how ever dont forget what types of food supplies protien!

Lol..no offense here but your nutritionist is well, wrong. High Protein diets are the fad of the day and honestly, they work. I'm at 120g+ of Protein a day, have been throughout my journey, and have lost 112lbs. Protein helps keep you satisfied for longer, which often means you're eating less calories and carbs which helps contribute to weight loss, not gain. Protein is also a must have because when you do lose weight, you need to lose fat, not muscle mass, meaning you need to eat enough protein to ensure that your fat percentages are decreasing NOT your muscle mass.

60-80 is a good range, but going above it will not make you gain weight.