Is it necessary for ordinary people to eat protein powder every day?

In recent years, as a nutritional supplement, protein powder has been increasingly sought after by consumers.

The so-called protein powder is generally a powder composed of purified soy protein, casein, whey protein, or a combination of the above-mentioned proteins, and its purpose is to supplement protein for individuals lacking protein

Protein for healthy adults

Daily meal is enough

An ordinary healthy adult over 18 years of age who is lightly physically active needs about 1 gram of protein per kilogram of body weight.

Long-term high protein intake

Will increase the burden on the kidneys

Excessive intake of protein will be excreted in urine through the kidneys, which is not only a waste, but also high protein intake will bring many adverse effects on human health

For example, long-term high protein intake will increase the burden on the kidneys, and even make the kidneys overloaded for a long time, and may therefore accelerate its aging and damage

It is not recommended to take it blindly during fitness

Prone to cause anemia and malnutrition

Among some weight loss and fitness enthusiasts, there is a "high protein weight loss method" that has been widely spread

Don't abuse protein powder for children and adolescents

Don't add to the child's physical burden

Some parents believe that protein powder is a good thing, and eating more can help children grow taller and grow intellect

Therefore, children and adolescents who can eat normally, generally do not need to supplement protein powder, unless they are in a period of heavy exercise, or are under a lot of learning pressure, or because of picky eaters or vegetarian food, they cannot get enough protein from the diet

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Text/Yu Kang (Department of Clinical Nutrition, Peking Union Medical College Hospital)