Molloy said to consume 0.75 grams of protein per pound of body weight for optimal health.
Related storiesA 2022 study supports this, finding that 0.7 grams per pound of body weight was optimal for strength gains.
AdvertisementHowever, a person with a lot of weight to lose should calculate their protein intake based on their goal weight not their current weight, he said.
Gradually add more protein to breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacksIf you want to increase your protein intake, Molloy advises looking at each of your meals in turn.
"Once you've got those three meals sorted, you can start to look at other snacks throughout the day to try to increase your protein intake," Molloy said.
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