Protein Intake Calculator: How Much You Actually Need — Why the 0.8g/kg RDA Is a Minimum, Not a Target
The government's 0.8g/kg protein RDA is the minimum to prevent malnutrition — not the amount you need to build muscle, lose fat or stay healthy as you age. Enter your weight, goal and activity level to get your personalized daily protein target, from sedentary maintenance (1.0g/kg) to serious athlete training (up to 2.7g/kg). Instant, science-backed, free.
