How much protein should a woman who weighs 138 lbs take daily?
602284
Generally, you want to eat about 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight if you are trying to gain muscle mass and are working out with weights regularly. Some body builders even double that amount. But if you want to just maintain the muscle you have about half that is okay. Protein is so vital to every thing that goes on in your body. Enzymes, hormones, body cells, bone, skin and muscle are all made up of the amino acids from proteins so plenty of protein is essential but balance that with an equal amount of good carbohydrates to give your body the energy it needs to do all things it does.
612977
I'm pretty sure the suggested daily requirement on a 2000 calorie diet is about 40-50g, if it's not that then it's 40-50mg. I can't remember if protein is normally measured in grams or miligrams. :-D
613352
as the other people have stated seek your physicians approval first, in terms of protein intake i would focus more on the timing of the protein rather than the absolute daily amount. If your physician thinks this is okay , i would suggest around 6-10g of essential amino acids and L glutamine with 200ml of powerade before and also during your training session, with the increased blood flow possibly greater deliver if the EAA to the muscle and it could promote growth, i belive timing and not the amount is more important,
357615
Whey protein is hands down the best. You do have to eat other stuff though. Eggs and tuna are good. Any kind of meat will work though. You need to add about 500 calories to your maintanance level too. Get your protein up to 1.5 grams per pound of bodyweight. If your workout is in order you can gain as much as a pound a week naturally. More if you're unnatural so to speak.
835786
it is not easy and you must supply your body with an excessive amount of protein..like 60 to 80 grams depending on your weight..you must have the protein or you will hurt your muscles and tear down your entire body..you must eat about five meals a day..this is not an easy task...
482021
Here are some rough estimates for you based on your age, height and weight.  Your level of activity, build and other factors may affect these numbers. If you want more exact recommendations see a doctor or dietician.  If you want to start a diet or something you should see a doctor.  Your doctor would be better able to suggest things that are more tailored to you as an individual.  \n\nCalories about 3000/day\nProtein about 66grams/day\nFat about 100grams/day\nCarbohydrates about 459grams/day
394961
Take in 1.5g-2g of protein x body weight per day.  Your daily intake split should be around 40% protein, 40% carbs, 10% fat(non-saturated).  Have a good workout program and go as hard as you can every time.  Don't do cardio cause it's counter-productive and will eat away at your muscles.  But most importantly EAT, but make it clean(no mcdonald's, etc).
1117395
Personally, I have had the best benefits with Whey shakes.  More protein is better, rule of thumb is about your body weight in pounds equal to grams of daily protein.  Exp 150 lbs = 150 grams of protein.  You should also take a multi vitamin to help your boby utilize the protein.  Ignore the brands, read the labels.  Don't forget the carbs!  Protein is energy too but you'll need carbs to fuel your work out.  Simple carbs like sugar, high calorie deserts during or around your work and pasta, bread, grains the night before.
1112055
Depends on your total calorie intake.  There are many schools of thought about this, but here's what works for me (get out your calculator!):\n\n1 to 1.5 grams of protein per day per lb. of lean body mass.\nEqual amount of (healthy) carbs.\n20% total calorie intake from (healthy) fats - like olive oil.\n\nThat's a 40-40-20 diet, but different people recommend different things.  Find what works for you.  In general, stick to whole, fresh foods, lots of fruits and veggies, and unless you have a serious health concern, just have fun and don't worry about the details.  Just be reasonably smart about your choices.  And when you pick up a food, ask it - "Are you good for me?"  Then listen to your vibes for the answer.  Your body knows what it needs, so learn to listen to your own body signals.
26621
140 - 184 lbs\nThis recommendation is based on a Body Mass Index (BMI) range of 19-25.
350792
You should be getting 1.5 - 2 grams of protein per lb of bodyweight.  Protein consumption should be all day long with about 2.5 hours in between meals.  Pre and post workout meals should be the most important.  Drink plenty of water in conjunction with eating frequently throughout the day.
501913
Protein shakes and work out, eat like 5-6 squares a day instead of 3, with larger meals later in the day/eve.  I have high metab too
490783
Get some Whey Protein Powder take about 3 scoops a day, or the recommened dosage make sure its low in calories less than 130grams per serving, and make sure it has atleast 17grams of protein per serving, eat lean meats, chicken breast, tuna, salmon, eat vegetables like broccoli also fruits, dried fruits and some almonds, walnuts,peanuts
579832
that depends on your bone density but the average wieght would be 110-125 lbs
284744
ok here are my calculations\n\nthe average female is 130lbs which is tranlated into 58,967 grams the female ussally has 20 percent body fat so 11,783 grams are fat but 25 percent is bone matter (which is none consumable) so you have to take that part out as well, so you would have 32,432 gram for protien so the average human female would have 235,865 calories for some sick or starving bastered\n\nthe average male weighs 175 lbs which would tranlate into 79,378 grams but has 17 percent body fat (13,494 gram of fat)and again you would have to take out 25 percent for the bones. so you would have 46,039 grams of protein left after you take out body fat and the bone stucture.  so the average human male would have 305,590 calories for some furry woodland creatures\n\nthis is my cacualation...if it is not totally accurate i think it would be close...technically you can eat part of the bone but most people don't (you can eat the morrow)\n\nyou know something...i think i just earn my name (weirdnutcase)
1116643
131 is ideal weight for woman that height.  But maybe not the average weight.  But it's the ideal weight for health purposes.\nI did a lot of research on this.  I'm a woman 5'6"\nif you are a teen it might be a little less.  131 is for adult woman.
1172603
In order to have the healthiest babies possible, the next few months will be critical from a nutrition point of view. Compared to a woman carrying only one baby, you will need to eat an additional 500 to 1000 calories per day, and get an additional 25 grams of protein, beginning at about 20 weeks gestation. In all, you need about 90 to 120 grams, not the 140 to 150 that you have stated above. So it seems as if you are now getting almost all the protein that you need. You will also need more vitamins and minerals, particularly iron, so you should be taking a daily prenatal vitamin.\n\nOne of the best ways for you to get your additional protein is to drink more milk. Milk is not only a good source of high quality protein, it also has the calcium your babies will need. One glass of milk will give you eight grams of protein. According to the book, "Nutrition for a Healthy Pregnancy," by Elizabeth Somers, a women carrying twins should get the equivalent of six glasses of milk per day.\n\nAlthough liquid food supplements sound like an easy out, they may not be the best choice. If you drink them in place of healthy eating, you will miss out on other naturally occurring nutrients, such as fiber and phytochemicals. The supplements may also contain large amounts of sugar, which you don't need. And, the vitamin and mineral mix may not be optimal for pregnancy. Your best route is to stick with a well-balanced diet, supplemented with a prenatal vitamin.\n\nTo get the additional protein you need, some of the best, and most concentrated sources are:\n\n    Meat, poultry, or fish: 21 grams of protein/3 ounces cooked\n    Eggs: 7 grams protein/1 large egg\n    Milk: 8 grams protein/8 ounces\n    Yogurt: 9 grams protein/1 cup plain\n    Tofu: 8 grams protein/4 ounces\n    Peanut butter: 4 grams protein/1 tablespoon\n\nFollowing is an example of how you may get your necessary 100 plus grams of protein per day. It does not include the other foods you also need, such as grains, fruits, and veggies:\n\n    Breakfast: 1 cup milk, 4 ounces cottage cheese/22 grams protein\n\n    Snack: 1 cup yogurt/9 grams protein\n\n    Lunch: Chicken sandwich made with 3 ounces deli chicken breast and 1 cup Milk/ 26 grams protein\n\n    Snack: Peanut butter crackers (2 tablespoons peanut butter) and 1 glass Milk/16 grams protein\n\n    Dinner: 3 ounces poached salmon, one glass milk/28 grams\n\n    Snack: Tofu smoothie using 4 ounces silken tofu, and sprinkled with Brewer's yeast/11 grams protein\n\nTotal calculated protein for the day equals 112 grams. Other foods that you eat during the day will add significant amounts of protein to that number. For example, the grains in the breads, cereals, and crackers you eat contain protein as do many of the vegetables. If you find you cannot tolerate large meals, eat several small meals throughout the day, perhaps eating every three hours or so.\n\nSome of the best foods to eat to boost your protein intake include: Cheese, Brewer's yeast, milk, seafood, pumpkin seeds, nuts, peanut butter, beef and poultry, and soybean products. When planning your snacks and meals, reach for foods that will help boost your protein intake. For example, instead of a bowl of pretzels, take a handful of nuts. Put peanut butter on your toast instead of butter. Add dry milk powder to your baked goods and casseroles. Buy yogurt and milk with added milk solids, substitute 1/4 soy flour for regular flour in baking, sprinkle cereals and casseroles with wheat germ or Brewer's yeast. Add Brewer's yeast to fruit smoothie drinks, add nuts to your cereal, toss pumpkin seeds into the salad, sprinkle shredded cheese into the pasta and add slices of low fat cheese to your sandwiches. As you can see, even if you don't like meat or eggs, you can still have a wide choice of protein containing foods. Perhaps you can find ways to hide eggs in foods you do like. For example, crepes contain eggs, yet are more like a pancake. Add eggs