Question 1

What does 'protein per kg' mean?

Accepted Answer

Protein per kg refers to the amount of protein in grams recommended for each kilogram of your body weight. For example, if you weigh 70 kg and your target is 1.6 g/kg, you need 70 × 1.6 = 112 g of protein per day.

Question 2

How much protein per kg do I need for general health?

Accepted Answer

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for healthy adults is 0.8 g of protein per kg of body weight per day. Many nutrition experts suggest 1.0–1.2 g/kg may be more optimal for overall health and active lifestyles.

Question 3

Is 2 g protein per kg safe?

Accepted Answer

For healthy individuals, 2 g/kg is within the safe and well-studied range, especially for those doing regular resistance training. It is commonly recommended for muscle gain and weight loss goals. People with kidney disease should consult their doctor.

Question 4

What is 0.8 g protein per kg?

Accepted Answer

The 0.8 g/kg recommendation is the minimum dietary protein needed to prevent deficiency in most healthy adults. It is not a target for optimal health or fitness — most active people benefit from higher intakes of 1.2–2.2 g/kg depending on their goals.

Goal	g/kg per day	Example (70 kg person)
RDA Minimum	0.8 g/kg	56 g/day
General Health	0.8 – 1.2 g/kg	56 – 84 g/day
Weight Loss	1.2 – 2.0 g/kg	84 – 140 g/day
Muscle Gain	1.6 – 2.2 g/kg	112 – 154 g/day
Seniors (65+)	1.0 – 1.2+ g/kg	70 – 84+ g/day

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