As a Registered Dietitian for 27 years, I have always recommended 1.2-2.0 grams of protein per kg of body weight - unless someone needs a lower protein way of eating. High protein diets have been around since I became a dietitian so there is definitely not a “war on protein”. That being said, most of my clients still fall short of their protein (and fiber) goals to assist their brain health, lean body mass, weight management and satiety. Here is a  FREE protein tracker  to ge