Protein is having its moment — walk any supermarket aisle and you'll find product after product boasting its protein content. 

Do you need to be loading up on protein through powders or processed foods, or can you meet your goals with whole foods?

Norman and Tegan unpack why protein is important and how much you need each day. 

References:

• Protein - Nutrient Reference Values for Australia and New Zealand
• Tips to boost protein in your diet from Dietitians Australia
• How much protein can the body use in a single meal for muscle-building? Implications for daily protein distribution
• Association between dietary protein intake and risk of chronic kidney disease: a systematic review and meta-analysis