Do I still need protein if I don’t work out?

Yep — absolutely 🙂 Protein isn’t just a gym thing. You need it daily for muscle maintenance (so you don’t slowly “lose” it with age), immunity, skin/hair/nails, and general recovery.

How much? A solid ballpark for most non-athletes: ~0.8–1.2 g of protein per kg of body weight per day. If you’re trying to lose fat or you’re 40+ you may feel better closer to ~1.2 g/kg (no need to go extreme).

Easy ways to get it:

• include a protein source at each meal: eggs, yogurt/cottage cheese, fish/chicken/turkey, beans/lentils, tofu, lean meat;
• simple rule: a palm-sized portion of protein at lunch/dinner.

How to use our app 📱:

• log your meals — the app calculates your macros (protein/fat/carbs);
• set a protein target (e.g., body weight × 1.0 g) and track your progress;
• if you’re short by evening, add an easy fix: Greek yogurt/cottage cheese, tuna, beans.

So yes — protein matters even if your main workout is getting up from the couch 😄