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However, there are vastly different opinions on how much protein we actually need. Most official nutrition organizations recommend a fairly modest protein intake. The DRI (Dietary Reference Intake) is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight, or 0.36 grams per pound. This amounts to: 1  56 grams per day for the average sedentary man.  46 grams per day for the average sedentary woman.
Updated April 19, 2017. It's important that we eat enough protein each day to cover our body's needs. There are two ways of calculating a person's protein requirements. The standard minimum amount of daily protein recommended is .37 gram per pound of body weight (or .8 grams per kilogram of body weight). Although, your own personal needs may vary based on multiple factors including your age, activity level, and weight loss goals, let's start off easy.