How Much Protein Do You Actually Need? What the 2026 Guidelines Say
The US just updated its dietary guidelines to recommend up to double the previous protein intake. Here's what the science actually supports, and how to figure out your real number.
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The US just updated its dietary guidelines to recommend up to double the previous protein intake. Here's what the science actually supports, and how to figure out your real number.
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Protein recommendations have changed. Here is how much you should really eat each day according to the latest 2026 studies.