How Much Protein Per Day? A Simple Guide by Bodyweight
Short answer: For active people, a common range in the research is about 0.7 to 1 gram of protein per pound of bodyweight per day. So a 175-pound person lands around 120 to 175 grams a day. Spread it across a few meals, and use a shake only to fill the gap that food leaves.
The simple math
- Active range: about 0.7 to 1 gram per pound of bodyweight per day.
- Example: 175 pounds works out to roughly 120 to 175 grams a day.
- Higher training volume tends toward the top of the range.
These ranges line up with the International Society of Sports Nutrition position stand on protein.
How to actually hit it
- Build each meal around a protein source first.
- Spread it across the day rather than one giant serving.
- Use a protein shake to close whatever gap is left, not as the whole plan.
Where a shake fits
Most people eat around 100 to 130 grams from food without trying, then use one or two scoops to close the rest. A whey protein makes that last gap easy to fill on the days food runs short.
FAQ
How much protein per day? For active people, about 0.7 to 1 gram per pound of bodyweight is a common range.
Can I eat too much protein? Very high intakes are usually just expensive. Hit your range and spread it out.
Do I need a shake? Only to fill the gap food leaves. It is convenience, not magic.
The Valenco take
Our whey prints 25 grams per scoop, so it is easy to count toward your daily number. Find your target, then compare the options to pick the right protein for it. valenco.org.
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