17/10/2025
Let’s talk protein people….
👉🏽 Why Protein Matters
Protein plays an essential role in the body. It helps to stabilise blood sugar levels, keeps us fuller longer, essential in weight management, it supports energy production, it’s essential for growth and the repair of our muscles & more.
💚 Remember: your protein needs may increase with exercise, stress, illness, or during healing.
Recommended Daily Intake (RDI):
👨🦱 Men 19+ → 0.84g per kg body weight
👩🦰 Women 19+ → 0.75g per kg body weight
👴 Men 70+ → 1.07g per kg body weight
👵 Women 70+ → 0.94g per kg body weight
Focus on whole food sources always !!!!!!
Think eggs, fish, legumes, tofu (better yet, Tempeh), nuts, seeds, and grass-fed meats.
✨ Eat a bite of the protein portion first and ensure that protein is in every main meal of the day, because, daily protein wins = long-term energy, stable moods, and a happier & healthier you. But never overdo it! balance is key, and your kidneys won’t like toooo much protein (Caution in renal disease).
Save this post for a quick reference ~ your welcome x
Renee (BHSc) 🌿