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Alex · 12-01-07, 01:01 PM

I've read a lot about building muscle and its contribution to a higher basal metabolic rate. Weight training I can take care of easily, there are personal trainers at my gym who can draw up a weight routine for me, but as far as the dietary aspects - how much protein per day would a woman of my size and stature need? I'm 6'1 and currently weigh 368 lbs. Is there a such thing as too much protein in a day? Looking through my food journal for the past 7 days, on average I get about 73g per day as it is.

Also, since I'm on Weight Watchers, what are some of the better sources of protein that are also reasonably low in calories and fat and possibly high in fiber? Do supplements like powders really work or is it better to gain your protein from foods in which it naturally occurs?

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Alex Newbie Join Date: Nov 2007 Posts: 14 Weight Statistics 11/12/2007 Start Date: 375 lb Start Weight: 364.6 lb Current Weight: 170 lb Goal Weight: -10.4 lb Weight Loss: May 2009 Goal Date: Body Mass Index 50 BMI Start: 49 BMI Current: 22 BMI Goal:	Protein - How Much and Where to Get It? I've read a lot about building muscle and its contribution to a higher basal metabolic rate. Weight training I can take care of easily, there are personal trainers at my gym who can draw up a weight routine for me, but as far as the dietary aspects - how much protein per day would a woman of my size and stature need? I'm 6'1 and currently weigh 368 lbs. Is there a such thing as too much protein in a day? Looking through my food journal for the past 7 days, on average I get about 73g per day as it is. Also, since I'm on Weight Watchers, what are some of the better sources of protein that are also reasonably low in calories and fat and possibly high in fiber? Do supplements like powders really work or is it better to gain your protein from foods in which it naturally occurs? __________________