Proteins are vital for the body

Proteins are essential for the body's structure and function, playing a key role in the production and renewal of muscles, bones, skin, enzymes, and hormones.

Proteins are made of amino acids

Proteins are composed of amino acids, some of which the body cannot produce on its own and must be obtained through food.

Recommended protein intake

Anses, the French food safety agency, recommends a daily protein intake of 0.83 grams per kilogram of body weight for healthy adults. For someone weighing 60 kilograms, this would be about 50 grams of protein per day.

Protein consumption in Western countries

In Western countries, protein intake is generally sufficient, and in many cases, it exceeds the recommended amount.