Tag: Low activity

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, fewer than 1 in 10 adults eat their recommended vegetables, and many lead physically inactive lives, a combination that increases the risk of chronic conditions like obesity and diabetes. A sedentary lifestyle requires a different dietary approach to maintain weight, energy, and overall health.

For the average American, protein makes up about 16% of daily calories, which is well within standard recommendations. So, **should you eat high protein when not working out** or does this approach lead to unnecessary health complications and weight gain without exercise? This article unpacks the nutritional science to clarify your daily protein needs.