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Protein estimate

A daily range to bring to your dietitian, based on your weight.

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Reviewed by [Name], RDNUpdated 31 October 2026
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Based on 1.2 to 1.8 g per kg. Your prescriber or dietitian may set a different target. Estimates only.

Looking for water? Use the daily water estimate.

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Key takeaways

  • Eating less makes it easy to fall short on protein.
  • Published ranges for weight loss run roughly 1 to 1.8 g per kg a day.
  • This is an estimate, not a prescription.

How it is worked out

Your weight in kilograms, multiplied by the low and high ends of the range, rounded to the nearest gram. Water is a general guide. [Method and sources, with links]

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