Protein

Uses

How it works

Benefits

Dosage & preparation

Preparation

Risks & contraindications

Interactions

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Background

Evidence quality

Where it comes from

Highlighted claims

• Normal protein intake is 0.8 g per kilogram of body weight per day. — Best Foods to Improve Kidney Function (End Stage Kidney Disease)
• Kidney disease patients should reduce protein intake to approximately 45 grams per day while maintaining high quality. — Best Foods to Improve Kidney Function (End Stage Kidney Disease)
• High-quality protein sources must be prioritized when quantity is restricted to ensure all essential amino acids are still provided. — Best Foods to Improve Kidney Function (End Stage Kidney Disease)
• The old protein recommendation was 0.8g per kilogram of body weight, equating to approximately 65g per day for a 180-pound person. — New Dietary Guidelines Flip the Food Pyramid
• The new protein recommendation is 1.2 to 1.6g per kilogram of body weight, equating to 98 to 131g per day for a 180-pound person. — New Dietary Guidelines Flip the Food Pyramid
• The new minimum protein recommendation nearly doubles the old minimum and more than doubles the old upper bound. — New Dietary Guidelines Flip the Food Pyramid
• Meat is a high source of the amino acid methionine. — Methionine, Tryptophan, and Circadian Hormone Optimization
• High methionine consumption blocks the action of tryptophan. — Methionine, Tryptophan, and Circadian Hormone Optimization
• Quinoa and lentils are the primary protein sources in this meal. — Meal Components: Protein, Fiber, and Fats
• The protein sources in this meal are plant-based whole foods. — Meal Components: Protein, Fiber, and Fats