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The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein is set at 0.8 g protein.kg-1.d-1 for individuals aged 19 years and older.
Nutritionists should use the RDA as a baseline for protein recommendations for adults.
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The Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI) specify that the requirement for dietary protein for all individuals aged 19 y and older is 0.8 g protein.kg-1.d-1.
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The claim is based on established dietary reference intakes.
Source
Dietary protein for athletes: from requirements to metabolic advantage
Stuart M. Phillips · Applied Physiology Nutrition and Metabolism · 2006
DOI 10.1139/h06-035
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