Experts Review Updated Protein Intake Recommendations in Dietary Guidelines
A new perspective published in The Journal of Nutrition reviews the evidence supporting the protein recommendations in the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The article examines the updated recommendation of 1.2 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day. This guidance is compared with previous editions of the Dietary Guidelines and current research on protein intake and health. The authors, including Dr. Stefan Pasiakos from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center, highlight the strengths of the updated guidelines, such as their focus on nutrient-dense eating patterns and the role of protein in weight management. However, they also point out limitations in the evidence used to develop these recommendations, suggesting that more research is needed to understand how these protein intakes apply to different groups within the U.S. population. 
