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Protein

What is the daily requirement for Protein? The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for Protein varies by age and gender, but generally, adult men require 56 g and adult women require 46 g daily.

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Why do you need Protein? Getting enough Protein is essential because it naturally crucial for building, maintaining, and repairing body tissues and muscles..

Protein at a Glance

  • Primary Role: Crucial for building, maintaining, and repairing body tissues and muscles.
  • Classification: Macronutrient
  • Measurement Unit: g

Type: Macronutrient

Males

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 34 g
14–18 years 52 g
19–30 years 56 g
31–50 years 56 g
50+ years 56 g

Females

Age Group RDA
9–13 years 34 g
14–18 years 46 g
19–30 years 46 g
31–50 years 46 g
50+ years 46 g
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