Daily Protein Intake Calculator

Health, Fitness, Well-Being

The MyFitness Daily Protein Intake calculator is our proprietary calculator that can be used to accurately provide an protein daily requirement estimate using your age, gender, bodyweight, bodyfat percentage, and exercise level.

For the most accurate daily protein intake calculation input all values. The amount of protein intake recommended are based on scientifically-founded guidelines provided by physicians and dieticians around the world. To ensure that your body absorbs the optimal amount of protein, be sure to eat your protein meals in smaller amounts at a time. The average absorption rate of protein is around 10 grams of protein an hour and the average time for food to pass your body's digestion system is 6 to 8 hours.

Step 1: Select Units

Units: Select Units US (lb) SI (kg)

Step 2: Enter Age

Age: year(s)

Step 3: Select Gender

Gender: Select Gender Male Female

Step 4: Enter Bodyweight

Bodyweight: lb/kg

Step 5: Enter Exercise Frequency

Exercise Frequency: Choose Exercise Frequency Never 1-3 Days A Week Relaxed 1-3 Days A Week Strenuous 4-7 Days A Week Relaxed 4-7 Days A Week Strenuous

Step 6: Calculate Your Daily Recommended Protein Intake

Calculate Protein Requirement     Reset Values

Result: Calculated Daily Protein Intake Recommendation

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