How much protein do you need in a day?

Published on: 04/02/2026

Every time you scroll through social media, it seems like there’s a new ‘must-have’ protein powder or a high-protein hack claiming to be the secret to longevity. But between the fitness influencers and the marketing jargon, the simple question of ‘How much protein do I actually need?’ has become surprisingly complicated. I recently had the opportunity to contribute to a piece for Baylor Scott & White Health that cuts through the noise. We break down the science of protein requirements, why ‘more’ isn’t always ‘better,’ and how to hit your goals using real food instead of expensive supplements.

Read the full article: “How much protein do I need?” What dietitians want you to know

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Angela Peralta RDN, LD is the founder of Dietitian Angela LLC and creator of the Digestive Research Library. She has a bachelor of science in Nutrition and Food Science from Georgia Southern University, is a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist since 2007, and has a Certificate of training in Integrative and Functional Nutrition from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

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