{"id":6177,"date":"2026-10-23T14:58:24","date_gmt":"2026-10-23T18:58:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.motivationminceur.ca\/how-much-protein-per-day\/"},"modified":"2026-10-23T14:58:24","modified_gmt":"2026-10-23T18:58:24","slug":"how-much-protein-per-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.motivationminceur.ca\/en\/how-much-protein-per-day\/","title":{"rendered":"How Much Protein Per Day? Women, Men and Weight Loss"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;How much protein should I eat per day?&#8221; is one of the most common questions we hear. The answer depends mostly on your body weight and your goal, not on whether you are a woman or a man. Here are the numbers and how to apply them.<\/p>\n<h2>The baseline<\/h2>\n<p>The general recommendation for healthy adults is about 0.8 g of protein per kilogram of body weight per day. That prevents deficiency but is not aimed at weight loss or muscle protection.<\/p>\n<h2>When you are losing weight<\/h2>\n<p>Many people losing weight aim for about 1.2 to 1.6 g per kilogram, to help keep muscle and stay full. People with kidney disease should follow their doctor&#8217;s advice.<\/p>\n<table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th align=\"left\">Body weight<\/th>\n<th align=\"left\">0.8 g\/kg (baseline)<\/th>\n<th align=\"left\">1.2 to 1.6 g\/kg (weight loss)<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>60 kg (132 lb)<\/td>\n<td>48 g<\/td>\n<td>72 to 96 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>70 kg (154 lb)<\/td>\n<td>56 g<\/td>\n<td>84 to 112 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>80 kg (176 lb)<\/td>\n<td>64 g<\/td>\n<td>96 to 128 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>90 kg (198 lb)<\/td>\n<td>72 g<\/td>\n<td>108 to 144 g<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>Women and men<\/h2>\n<p>Men often need more total protein simply because they tend to weigh more. Per kilogram, the targets are similar. Pregnancy, breastfeeding, age and activity can change needs, so ask your health professional.<\/p>\n<h2>How to spread it<\/h2>\n<p>Aim for roughly 25 to 35 g at each meal rather than one large serving. Protein shakes and bars can help you reach the total.<\/p>\n<h2>Get your own number<\/h2>\n<p>Use our free <a href=\"\/en\/protein-calculator\/\">protein calculator<\/a>: enter your weight and goal and get a daily target and per-meal amount in seconds.<\/p>\n<h2>Frequently asked questions<\/h2>\n<h3>Can I eat too much protein?<\/h3>\n<p>Moderately high intakes are generally well tolerated in healthy adults. Check with your doctor if you have kidney disease.<\/p>\n<h3>Do I count the weight I want to reach?<\/h3>\n<p>Many professionals use a healthy or adjusted weight when current weight is much higher. Your care team can advise.<\/p>\n<h2>Next steps<\/h2>\n<p>Calculate your daily protein with our <a href=\"\/en\/protein-calculator\/\">protein calculator<\/a>, estimate your timeline with the <a href=\"\/en\/calculateur-imc\/\">weight-loss forecast<\/a>, browse our <a href=\"\/en\/shop\/\">protein products<\/a>, or <a href=\"\/en\/contact\/\">contact the clinic<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><small>This article provides general information and does not replace advice from your doctor, pharmacist or dietitian.<\/small><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>&#8220;How much protein should I eat per day?&#8221; is one of the most common questions we hear. The answer depends mostly on your body weight and your goal, not on whether you are a woman or a man. Here are the numbers and how to apply them. 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