How much protein do we need?

How much protein do we need?
Our protein needs depend on our age, size, and activity level. The standard method used by nutritionists to estimate our minimum daily protein requirement is to multiply the body weight in kilograms by .8, or weight in pounds by .37. This is the number of grams of protein that should be the daily minimum. According to this method, a person weighing 150 lbs. should eat 55 grams of protein per day, a 200-pound person should get 74 grams, and a 250-pound person should eat 92 grams.
more here:  http://lowcarbdiets.about.com/od/nutrition/a/protein.htm

Photos: 14 surprising sources of protein

Think steak and eggs are the only way to get a full serving of protein? Think again. Take a look at these 14 sources of protein that will change the way you think about meals.

  

Read more: http://www.vancouversun.com/health/diet-fitness/Photos+surprising+sources+protein/6188086/story.html#ixzz1nKfjzGA5


P.E. students:   Click on the vancouver sun link above to see more pics (14 examples) and get more info about various sources of protein.  How much protein do you typically get in a day / week?  What are your sources of protein?  Which of these recommended examples do you already eat..which ones will you try?  Record your protein intake for 3 days and record it for your journal/blog topic and comment on how you planned for it...and how you did in meeting the recommended amount.