Ask the doctor: How does protein in grams translate to portion size in ounces?
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You advise women to eat 46 grams of protein daily, but I don't know what that translates to in ounces.Americans generally eat more protein than their bodies need. If you eat meat, one serving of animal protein a day along with a small portion from a nonmeat source should be enough. And you may not be aware of the protein you're getting from other sources. An egg has 6 grams of protein, an ounce of almonds has 9 grams, and a cup of soybeans has 30 grams.
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