Deficient Vegans Picking Your Protein Target
Mar 9, 2026
Discussion of new vegan innovations like upcycled broccoli stem ingredients and a vegan egg white powder. News on USDA slaughterhouse policy changes and Beyond Meat's rebrand. Clear breakdown of how to choose a personal protein target, four protein target levels, and when tracking protein is unnecessary. Myth segment on how veganism intersects with politics.
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Choose Protein Targets By Personal Context
- Do pick a protein target based on your goals, age, weight, activities, and dietary restrictions.
- Use RDA (0.36 g/lb) as minimal, 0.54 g/lb moderate, 0.72 g/lb optimal, and 1.0 g/lb maximal depending on needs.
1.6 g/kg Is The Practical Muscle Sweet Spot
- Insight: 1.6 g/kg (0.72 g/lb) hits most muscle-building benefits without unnecessary difficulty.
- For a 150 lb person that's about 108 g/day; higher intake gives diminishing returns unless you need extremes.
Skip High Protein If You Don't Train
- Do not obsess over protein if you don't exercise; aim for the RDA and focus on overall diet.
- New vegans should track with Chronometer for ~a month to spot real nutrient gaps, including protein.