Source record
Dietary Reference Intakes for Energy, Carbohydrate, Fiber, Fat, Fatty Acids, Cholesterol, Protein, and Amino Acids
Institute of Medicine (2005).
Key findings
- Adult protein RDA: 0.8 g/kg body weight/day.
Record
- Source type
- Report
- Study type
- Review
- Topics
- Nutrients to watch
- Geography
- See study or jurisdiction in title
- Funding & conflicts
- Not recorded.
- Source quality
- Moderate evidenceImported from the dated research notes; original-source editorial verification remains pending.
Limitations
- Healthy adult reference; needs differ with life stage and activity.
Statistics we use from this source
- 0.8g per kg body weight per dayRecommended protein intake for most adults
Claims this source supports
HealthModerate evidence
Vegans who eat enough food and a varied diet generally meet protein requirements; combining specific foods at each meal is not necessary.
Yes for most people. Beans, lentils, tofu, grains and nuts add up. Athletes and older adults should plan a little more deliberately.