Getting enough protein through the diet is vital for maintaining andbuilding lean mass.

But anew researchpublished inScientific Reportsprovides a bit more clarity.

Its often used to predict the likelihood of osteoporosis or a bone break.

Molly Knudsen, M.S., RDN

A higher bone mineral density is protective and a lower bone mineral density is a sign of weaker boners.

Whereas, for non-Hispanic whites benefits seemed to level off about 135 grams a day.

So does this mean that 61 grams of protein should be the daily goal for women?

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After all, protein is just one lifestyle component that contributes to bone density.