The Dietary Guidelines released this year recommend higher levels of this essential nutrient. But protein needs are personal.

Building muscle is a common goal, but it comes with a lot of questions, especially about nutrition. As a dietitian, I often hear people ask, “How much protein do I need to build muscle?” The interest ...

Protein is a macronutrient essential for several critical processes in the body, such as building muscle, creating hormones and neurotransmitters, and supporting immune response. Many people can ...