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Estimate the daily dietary protein adults need to stay healthy. Results update as you change inputs. Children, highly active people, and pregnant or nursing women typically need more protein.

ADA ranges are based on body weight and activity level. CDC ranges use 10–35% of estimated daily calories (from BMR × activity). The WHO safe lower limit uses 0.83 g per kg of body weight. These are estimates only and are not medical advice.

Units
ages 18 – 80
Gender
feet
inches
pounds
BMR formula
%
for Katch-McArdle
  • 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.

Result

Based on the given information, these are basic protein intake recommendations from multiple authoritative institutions:

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