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Protein is very popularly associated with meat and dairy products. That is why many immediately think that vegans do not get sufficient protein. And they could never be so wrong on this theory. On the other hand, the need for protein varies depending on your age, gender, size, growth, health, body type and physical activity.
It would also be affected when women are pregnant and lactating. For instance, men aging 40 years old and of about 160 pounds in weight would generally require 56 grams of protein. A 40 year old women weight 140 pounds would only need 46 grams of protein daily though.
Myths and Facts on Protein
No one is exempted from the need to take in sufficient amounts of protein. After all, protein is a big part of the building blocks of your body. Your skin, blood, cartilage, bones and muscles need protein. Even the production of hormones and enzymes need protein too.
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