One nutrient that continues to steal the spotlight from its fellow macronutrient counterparts is protein. There’s no denying that protein has a lot going for it. Eating protein can squash hunger pangs, fire up your metabolism, and help build up muscle. But with all this praise, it’s easy to wonder: can we have too much of a good thing?

So, how much protein do we really need to eat each day? In this article, we discuss protein: its benefits, the daily recommended amount, and the not-so-tasty consequences of skipping or overconsuming it.

Find out your daily protein needs, potential side effects of imbalance, and the best sources for optimal health in this article for Eat This, Not That!

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