How Much Protein is Actually Needed Daily?
                                
                                
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                                The official Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight, but experts agree this is a baseline to prevent deficiency, not an ideal amount for health and fitness goals. To determine how much protein is actually needed daily, you must look beyond this one-size-fits-all figure.