Daily Protein Requirements
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Target Heart Rate | Protein is one of three essential nutrients that provide energy to the body. The recommended daily allowance (RDA) is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight; although the average adult requires only 0.6 grams.
Excess protein causes the kidneys and liver to work overtime to process and filter the abundant nutrient. If you consume more protein than is needed to sustain bodily functions and generate new muscle tissue, the surplus cannot be stored for your next workout—the leftover energy is stored as fat.
Although supplements—usually in the form of liquids or powders—appear to be a cost-effective way to go, when priced pound for pound you may be better off just purchasing foods that are naturally good sources of protein.
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