Protein Intake Calculator

Find out exactly how much protein your body needs daily. Use this easy Protein Intake Calculator to get personalized results based on your weight, activity level, and fitness goals — ideal for muscle building, fat loss, or maintaining a healthy physique.
Protein Intake Calculator

Sedentary

Little to no exercise

Lightly Active

Light exercise 1-3 days/week

Moderately Active

Moderate exercise 3-5 days/week

Very Active

Hard exercise 6-7 days/week

Your Daily Protein Needs

Minimum Protein: --
Optimal Protein: --
Maximum Protein: --

High-Quality Protein Sources

Chicken Breast

31g per 100g

Salmon

25g per 100g

Eggs

6g per large egg

Greek Yogurt

10g per 100g

Lentils

9g per 100g cooked

Whey Protein

24g per scoop

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Why Use the Protein Intake Calculator ?

Personalized Results

Calculates your protein needs according to your unique weight, goal, and activity level.

Accurate Recommendations

Uses scientifically backed protein multipliers used by athletes and nutrition experts.

Goal-Oriented Guidance

Perfect for muscle gain, fat loss, or maintaining your current shape.

Easy and Instant

Get your daily protein requirements in seconds — no math or nutrition knowledge needed.

About Protein Intake Calculator

The Protein Intake Calculator helps you determine how much protein you need daily based on your weight, activity level, and fitness goals. Whether you’re trying to build muscle, lose fat, or maintain your physique, this tool gives personalized protein recommendations to help you achieve your health and fitness targets more effectively.

How to Use

  1. Enter Your Weight – Type your current body weight.

  2. Choose Weight Unit – Select kg or lbs.

  3. Select Fitness Goal – Choose whether you want to maintain weight, build muscle, lose fat, or are an athlete.

  4. Pick Activity Level – Tap on your daily activity level (e.g., sedentary, light, moderate, or very active).

  5. Click “Calculate Protein Needs” – The tool will instantly show your minimum, optimal, and maximum daily protein requirements.

  6. Review Suggested Foods – Check out examples of high-protein food sources to include in your meals.

FAQs

How accurate is this calculator?

It uses scientifically supported protein intake formulas widely used in sports nutrition — results are highly accurate for general fitness and health goals.

No, the calculator gives a range (minimum to maximum). Staying close to your optimal value ensures balanced nutrition.

Extra protein won’t harm healthy individuals but may add unnecessary calories. Stick within the suggested range.

Whole foods should be your main source. Supplements like whey can help if you struggle to meet your daily protein needs.

Yes! It shows the right protein amount to preserve muscle mass while losing fat.

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