Research
Energy balance
Adults generally need no more than 0.8–0.9 g/kg/d of protein to meet their needs.
Adults should aim for a protein intake within this range to meet their nutritional needs.
StrongSupportsmedium confidence
The general consensus is that adults need no more than 0.8–0.9 g/kg/d of protein to meet their needs.
Why this rating
The claim is based on widely accepted nutritional guidelines.
Source
A to Z of nutritional supplements: dietary supplements, sports nutrition foods and ergogenic aids for health and performance—Part 32
Stuart M. Phillips et al. · British Journal of Sports Medicine · 2012
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