Protein needs (Long, how Govt got RDA for protein).

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In a message dated 1/6/03 1:57:18 AM Central Standard Time,

rlogle@... writes:

<< I was reading fitness and nutrition info and found this answer to a

question

asked by an extreme bodybuilder about his needs for protein. This is kinda

long so if you don't care about protein then delete now. This also explains

how the gov't came up with their RDA for protein. >>

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First of all, remember these parameters deal with normal people who haven't

had half their insides removed or re-routed or disconnected and no

disturbances to their normal digestion and absorption. Secondly, remember

that we're not (at least most of us) body-builders and are primarily just

interested in getting enuf protein to stay healthy, not build excessive

muscle mass.

Carol A