How much protein?

[Lauri S]

I'm having Chemo brain and can't find the info online nor can I find my PP book!

I'm 157 pounds, low activity level, 44, female. I'm trying to find my minimum protein intake per day.

Anyone wanna help this pathetic person? :confused:

[Gaelen]

Well...you're in luck because *my* chemo brain is on hiatus until next Wednesday. You're around 5'3", right? According to PPLP, you need 27g protein per meal, or a total of 81g protein per day (27g times 3). If you did the LBM calcs from Protein Power, that number might drop to around 66g total per day, but if you can get the 81g in, that would be better. BTW, I'm moving your question to the 'Making PP Work 24/7' forum...

Hope this helps!

[Lauri S]

Thanks, Gaelen!! I knew YOU would know the answer!

Yesterday was a good food day for me in regards to chemo - I ate alot! Gained 2 pounds, too. :)