Protein Per Meal Distribution Calculator

How to calculate protein per meal?

Spreading your intake through even distribution prevents wasting protein and maintains a positive nitrogen balance throughout the day. When you consume protein in moderate amounts multiple times, your body can more efficiently utilize the amino acids for muscle repair and metabolic functions.

Formula: Protein per Meal = Total Protein / Number of Meals

Using the protein calculator: an example

Imagine an athlete who needs to consume 200g of protein daily to meet their training goals. Here is how they would use the tool:

1. Set the total daily protein target to 200g.
2. Select 5 meals as the distribution frequency.
3. Observe the 40g per meal result provided by the calculator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is more than 30g wasted?

This is a common myth. While muscle protein synthesis might have a saturation point per sitting, the extra protein is still absorbed and used for other biological processes or energy, rather than being simply wasted.

Do snacks count as meals?

Yes, any time you consume a significant amount of protein (like a post-workout shake or Greek yogurt), it counts toward your distribution frequency. The goal is to ensure each 'feeding event' provides enough amino acids to trigger synthesis.