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How much Protein per Day?

Kathryn41057
Kathryn41057 Posts: 181 Member
edited November 2024 in Food and Nutrition
Hi all....
Just wondering how much protein a person should have every day? I'm 60 years old, 5'9" and weigh 202. I've been told different things, and thought that I would check with those who know a heck of a lot more than me.. Thanks

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  • psuLemon
    psuLemon Posts: 38,439 MFP Moderator
    Generally, 1.5-2.2g/kg is a good range based on the studies. Most women I know do well with 100-130g.
  • Kathryn41057
    Kathryn41057 Posts: 181 Member
    Thanks for your information
  • williamjlunn
    williamjlunn Posts: 13 Member
    Happy B-day
  • Asher_Ethan
    Asher_Ethan Posts: 2,430 Member
    I'm 5'9" and i have about 130g a day
  • Kathryn41057
    Kathryn41057 Posts: 181 Member
    Thanks for the information. I set my limit to 126. Will try this for a couple of weeks and see if my weight loss changes for the better
  • psuLemon
    psuLemon Posts: 38,439 MFP Moderator
    Kathryn41057 wrote: »
    Thanks for the information. I set my limit to 126. Will try this for a couple of weeks and see if my weight loss changes for the better

    Increasing protein and decreasing protein won't really help you lose weight for the better. Calories controls weight loss. And while their is a thermogenic component to protein (burns more calories through digestion), it's quite low. If anything, it will support metabolism, muscle retention and most importantly, satiety.
  • SashaQ1381
    SashaQ1381 Posts: 35 Member

    Here, use this calculator: calculator.net/protein-calculator.html

    And remember to subtract the protein calories from your daily caloric intake!
  • mhankosk
    mhankosk Posts: 513 Member
    SashaQ1381 wrote: »
    Here, use this calculator: calculator.net/protein-calculator.html

    And remember to subtract the protein calories from your daily caloric intake!

    This gave me a range from 58-204 g of protein in a day.... not very descriptive.
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