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Protein Misconceptions

Okay, so if you are like me, the number one question you get because you are a vegetarian is probably, "Where do you get your protein?" Well, stock yourself up on this information, and you will be prepared to give back an intelligent and scientific response. Let's start off with a chart. This is the average daily requirements chart according to the RDA. But before you look at this, you should understand that everyone is different and our needs depend on a veriety of factors. But this chart should give you a general idea of what you need.

Grams of Protein Daily

Infants (0-6 months)---------------------------------13 grams
Infants (6-12 months)--------------------------------14 grams
Toddlers (1-3 years)---------------------------------16 grams
Children (4-6 years)----------------------------------24 grams
Children (7-10 years)--------------------------------28 grams
Preteen Male (11-14 years)--------------------------45 grams
Preteen Female (11-14 years)------------------------46 grams
Teenage Male (15-18 years)-------------------------59 grams
Teenage Female (15-18 years)-----------------------44 grams
Female, Healthy, Average-Sized Adults (19+ years)--46 to 50 grams
Pregnant Female-------------------------------------60 grams
Nursing Female--------------------------------------62 to 65 grams
Male, Healthy, Average-Sized Adults (19+ years)----58 to 63 grams