Few nutrients are as important as protein. If you don’t get enough through your diet, your health and body composition suffer. However, there are vastly different opinions on how much protein people actually need. Most official nutrition organizations recommend a fairly modest protein intake.
The right amount of protein for any one individual depends on many factors, including their activity level, age, muscle mass, physique goals and current state of health.
Numerous studies have tried to determine the optimal amount of protein for muscle gain, but many reach different conclusions.
Some studies show that more than 0.8 grams per pound (1.8 grams per kg) have no benefit, while others indicate that intakes slightly higher than 1 gram of protein per pound (2.2 grams per kg) is best.
Though it’s hard to give exact figures due to conflicting study results, about 0.7–1 grams per pound (1.6–2.2 grams per kg) of body weight seems to be a reasonable estimate.
If you’re carrying a lot of body fat, using either your lean mass or your goal weight, instead of your total body weight, is a good idea, as it’s mostly your lean mass that determines the amount of protein you need.
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