Institute of Human Anatomy on Instagram: "How Much Protein Do You Actually Need? (And Why Eating "Too Much" is Harder Than You Think) Your protein needs depend entirely on your activity level and goals: THE RANGE: 1.0 to 2.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight WHO NEEDS THE LOWER END (1g/kg): Sedentary individuals who need protein for basic tissue maintenance, enzyme production, hormone synthesis, and immune function WHO NEEDS THE UPPER END (2-2.2g/kg): Bodybuilders actively building mu