How Much Protein Do You Really Need?
Whether you prefer eating meat, tofu or another source, protein is an important part of a well-balanced diet. It’s what helps your body perform its most essential tasks, like regulating hormones and building muscle.
For many of us, hitting around 100 grams of protein is a good daily goal. However, your health and activity largely determine how much you need, so it’s best to consult a dietician or doctor about your specific needs. There’s a calculator available on the US Department of Agriculture’s website to find the minimum amount of protein required to meet basic nutrition requirements. To make meeting your protein goals easy, this visual guide puts 100 grams of protein into perspective for a vegan, vegetarian or omnivore diet.
The grams were calculated by taking the information from the nutrition facts label on packaged items and weighing them when necessary. The gram amounts listed in this guide are specific to the products used for this experiment, so your numbers may vary if you look at a different brand for the following products.
Excerpted from CNET
