Protein Calculator
The Protein Calculator estimates the daily amount of dietary protein adults require to remain healthy. Children, those who are highly physically active, and pregnant and nursing women typically require more protein. The calculator is also useful for monitoring protein intake for those with kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, or other conditions in which protein intake is a factor.
ages 18 - 80
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ages 18 - 80
Result
58g
Daily Protein (CDC/RDA)
By Standard
| CDC/RDA Recommendation | 58g/day |
| WHO Recommendation | 53g/day |
| Sedentary Individual | 58g/day |
By Goal
| Athletic Performance | 87-130g/day |
| Weight Loss | 87-116g/day |
| Muscle Gain | 116-145g/day |
Exercise: 15-30 minutes of elevated heart rate activity.
Intense exercise: 45-120 minutes of elevated heart rate activity.
Very intense exercise: 2+ hours of elevated heart rate activity.
Note: Protein requirements vary based on individual factors. Pregnant and nursing women require additional protein. Athletes and those engaged in strength training typically need more protein.
Intense exercise: 45-120 minutes of elevated heart rate activity.
Very intense exercise: 2+ hours of elevated heart rate activity.
Note: Protein requirements vary based on individual factors. Pregnant and nursing women require additional protein. Athletes and those engaged in strength training typically need more protein.