Deepika Reddy Deepika Reddy Asked 6 months ago

How much protein daily for weight loss?

I'm on a weight loss journey and trying to eat healthier. I know protein is important for feeling full and maintaining muscle. What's the recommended daily protein intake for someone like me trying to shed kilos?

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Vikram Jeet Vikram Jeet Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago
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Whenever I plan to start a new diet plan, I visit Fortis and consult a clinical nutritionist first. Everyone's body, uric acid levels, and kidney health are different. It is always better to get a customized chart from a certified expert.

Priyanka Das Priyanka Das Joined Mar 2026 6 months ago

My doctor told me that for weight loss, 1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of ideal body weight is optimal for Indian women. He explained that going too high without regular exercise can cause digestion issues like constipation. So make sure to balance it out.

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Deepak Mehta Deepak Mehta Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Please get your kidney function and uric acid tested before you suddenly increase your protein intake. High protein diets can sometimes trigger gout or strain your kidneys if there is a silent issue. Safety should always come before weight loss.

Savitri Devi Savitri Devi Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Beta, don't run after artificial protein powders as they can heat up your stomach. Just have a glass of fresh buttermilk with roasted cumin, and eat a bowl of moong dal daily. Natural home-cooked food is best for a healthy, steady weight loss.

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Rajiv Nambiar Rajiv Nambiar Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I am not an expert, but for my own weight loss journey, I aimed for around 75 grams of protein daily. I got it mostly from eggs, paneer, and chicken breast. It worked well for me and kept me energetic throughout the day.

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