Daily Protein Need
How much protein you need per day for your weight, activity and goal.
✓ Reviewed by Dr. Poonam Sekhon Chahal · 24 May 2026
How this is calculated
Protein need is set as grams per kg of body weight, scaled by your goal (0.8 g/kg minimum up to ~2.4 g/kg for fat loss / muscle gain), per ISSN 2017.
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This calculator is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The result is based on standard clinical formulas applied to the values you entered — your individual situation may need adjustments your doctor can make. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you read or calculated on healthcalculus.