Vignette #1 John has started working out at the local gym and has been buying protein-packed snack bars and other high-protein foods. He started at 180 pounds and has increased his weight to 195 pounds. He is convinced the extra weight is all muscle. His wife, Jill, thinks that there may be risks involved with eating extra protein. They decide to find out more about how much protein they need and explore the risks associated with consuming too much as well as too little protein. Based on your text, answer the following questions.
Assuming that John's ideal weight is 180 pounds, calculate his recommended protein intake (RDA).

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Vignette #1 John has started working out at the local gym and has been buying protein-packed snack bars and other high-protein foods. He started at 180 pounds and has increased his weight to 195 pounds. He is convinced the extra weight is all muscle. His wife, Jill, thinks that there may be risks involved with eating extra protein. They decide to find out more about how much protein they need and explore the risks associated with consuming too much as well as too little protein.  Based on your text, answer the following questions.
Assuming that John's ideal weight is 180 pounds, calculate his recommended protein intake (RDA).

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) for protein for the average adult is 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight. John's ideal weight is 180 pounds, which is approximately 81.6 kilograms (180 lbs / 2.2 lbs/kg). Multiplying 81.6 kg by 0.8 grams of protein per kg of body weight gives 65.28 grams of protein per day, which rounds to 65 grams, making option A correct.

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