Hey everyone! I'm a 20-year-old female, and over the past few months, I've been eating around 1400 calories with 100g of protein per day. I've lost 18kg (40lbs), so I know the calorie deficit is working for me. Currently, I weigh 75kg, with a goal weight of 50-55kg. There's still a long way to go, but we're halfway there!
Along with the weight loss, I also want to build muscle. I've been lifting weights and running (which helps my mental health), and I've seen some progress in my strength.
The thing is, on social media, I keep seeing people aim for over 150g of protein, and the advice on the internet is really confusing. Some say you need 0.8g of protein per kg of body weight, others say 1g per lb, and some even suggest multiplying by 1.5. With all these different recommendations, I'm not sure if I should be eating more than 100g of protein or if I'm good where I am.
It's tough for me to get more than 100g of protein daily because I'm a student on a budget. I don’t eat beef or pork, and buying chicken breasts every day gets expensive. I also don't want to rely too much on protein powders or bars because they add up in cost. I usually leave around 100-150 calories for a little treat each day to help me stay on track, and I'm wondering if increasing protein would mean cutting that out.
Basically, I'm confused! Should I aim for more protein, or is 100g enough for building muscle? Any thoughts or advice would be really appreciated!
Thanks in advance! 😊
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