Protein Calculator: Discover Your Daily Protein Needs

Protein Calculator: Discover Your Daily Protein Needs

By now, you’ve heard about the power of protein. It’s the magic macronutrient that helps keep you full and preserve muscle mass as you lose weight. And you’re probably wondering, “How much protein do I need?” Well, we can help you figure it out.

The MyFitnessPal Protein Calculator is a simple, user-friendly tool designed to help you determine your approximate daily protein needs based on your unique lifestyle and health goals.

How to Use the MyFitnessPal Protein Calculator

This tool takes away some of the guesswork about how much protein you should aim for. All need to do is enter a few basic pieces of information about yourself, including:

  • Age: Protein needs can vary by age, especially as muscle mass naturally declines over time.
  • Sex: Though it’s just one consideration, men and women tend to have different protein needs.
  • Weight: Your weight helps determine your protein needs. It directly affects the amount your body requires for maintenance and growth.
  • Activity Level: Whether you’re sedentary or highly active, your activity level plays a big role in determining how much protein your body uses.
  • Fitness Goals: Whether you’re aiming to lose weight, build muscle, or maintain your current health, the calculator adjusts your recommendations accordingly.

Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, producing enzymes and hormones, and maintaining muscle mass. The calculator uses evidence-based guidelines to ensure your protein intake supports your goals without going overboard (1).

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