21/03/2024
Loving your T-Bone Argentina Steak ? Eating the whole peri peri Chicken to grow your skinny legs?
👉 Go through the slides to check why too much protein can cause issues. Keep reading tonlearn more about how much you would need!
🌟Are you getting enough protein or maybe a bit too much?
Let's talk about finding that sweet spot!
💪💡Eating Enough Protein:
Protein is essential for muscle repair, growth, and overall health.
Aim for around 0.8-1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight for sedentary individuals, and 1.2-2 grams per kilogram for those hitting the gym regularly.
💪🚫carbohydrates, fat and protein in foods provide energy for body functions and physical activities. however, they do not produce the same amount of energy;
Carbohydrate: 4 kcal,
Protein: 4 kcal
Fat: 9 kcal.
Metabolism in the body converts carbohydrates, protein and fat into energy.
Any excess of these nutrients will be stored as fat in the body. In other words, regardless of whether it is carbohydrates, protein or fat, it will be converted into fat storage in the body if it is not used. As our body fat accumulates, our body weight increases.
Eating Too Much Protein:
While protein is crucial, overdoing it can strain your kidneys and lead to unnecessary calories. Balance is key!
🎯Optimal Amount for Different Fitness Goals:
⚠️Are you aiming to bulk up, slim down, or maintain?
⚠️Your protein needs vary.
👉Generally, those looking to build muscle may benefit from higher intake, while those aiming for weight loss might stick to the lower end.
🔢 Calculating Your Protein Needs: It's simple! Multiply your weight in kilograms by the recommended grams per kilogram for your fitness goal. 👌
Adjust based on your activity level and individual needs. balance is key! 🥩💚
