in urine.
When you maintain an extremely high protein intake, your liver and kidneys must work continuously at an elevated rate to clear nitrogenous waste.
How Much Protein Do You Actually Need?
These 3 demographic bullet points:
Children: Protein is essential for growth and development. For instance, children (1-9 years of age) require 0.9 g/kg/d of protein daily.
Women: An adult woman requires 0.83 g/kg/d of protein. During pregnancy and lactation, protein needs increase to support foetal growth and milk production. For pregnant women an additional 9.5g/d is given in the 2nd trimester and 22g/day in 3rd trimester. For lactation additional 17 g/d in 0-6 months and 13 g/day in 6-12 months.
Elderly: Protein prevents muscle loss (sarcopenia) and supports recovery. Elderly individuals should consume 0.8-1/kg/day with easy-to-digest options like curd, soft dals, or eggs.
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