There are numerous studies and schools of thought on ‘how much’ we need daily.Β These range from 0.8 to 2.2 per kg of bodyweight.Β I feel the lower number is the bare minimum for survival.Β I always try and teach to stay towards the upper range of that spectrum if you are active, participating in a fitness program, or looking to sustain and develop lean muscle tissue.Β Most of my active clients shoot for a 1gr per pound goal, where some may use the same calculation based on lean body mass.Β It all comes down to your goals and needs for recovery.