There are several factors that determine the protein requirement of an individual. The most common among them are weight, level of physical activity, medical history and need for essential amino acids and nitrogen. The general chart suggests 19 grams for kids aged 4–9, 34 grams for kids aged 9–13, 52 grams and 46 grams respectively for boys and girls aged 14 and above. Why Protein Matters? In simple terms, proteins are the building blocks of the body. Made of amino acids, they build…