The Protein Numbers You Need for Strong Bones (Specific Targets for Women 40+)

Let's talk numbers.

Because when it comes to protein for bone health, vague advice like "eat more protein" isn't enough.

You need specific targets. And you need to know if you're actually hitting them.

Research-Backed Protein Targets

Studies on postmenopausal women from 2024-2025 provide clear guidance:

MINIMUM: 0.8g/kg body weight/day

This is the absolute minimum to prevent deficiency-related bone loss.

OPTIMAL: 1.0-1.2g/kg body weight/day

This range is associated with maintaining bone mineral density and reducing fracture risk.

BEST OUTCOMES: 90-100g daily

Research shows this level provides the best outcomes for combined muscle + bone health in women over 40.

What This Means for Your Body Weight

The Research Evidence

2024 studies published in Current Osteoporosis Reports and Osteoporosis International found:

• Higher protein intake (≥15% of total energy) associated with higher BMD at hip, whole body, and lumbar spine
• Higher protein = lower risk of vertebral fracture
• Higher protein = slower rate of bone loss over time
• Low protein = accelerated BMD decline (Framingham Osteoporosis Study)

2025 study in Scientific Reports: Positive association between dietary protein intake and bone mineral density.

The evidence is overwhelming. Protein matters for bones.

The Critical Calcium Requirement

Here's the caveat: protein only works when calcium is adequate.

You need BOTH:

• 90-100g protein daily
• 1,200mg calcium daily

Together, they work synergistically. Separately, they're incomplete.

Research shows high protein with low calcium can actually increase fracture risk.

The Protein Gap

Here's the problem: most women over 40 consume only 40-60g protein daily.

That's a gap of 30-60g between current intake and optimal intake.

That gap matters. Research links it to:

• Accelerated bone loss
• Increased fracture risk
• Loss of muscle mass (which protects bones)
• Reduced physical function

How to Close the Gap

You need roughly 25-30g protein per meal.

TOTAL: 90-100g protein daily ✓

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Track Your Actual Intake

Here's what I want you to do: Track your protein intake for 3 days. Actually measure it.

Most women think they're getting "enough" protein but are shocked when they actually track it.

The gap between "I think I'm getting enough" and "I'm actually getting enough" is often 40-50g.

That gap matters.

The Bottom Line

If you're serious about preventing fractures and maintaining bone density as you age, aim for 90-100g protein daily.

Plus 1,200mg calcium daily.

That's the research-backed formula for strong bones.

Close the gap. Your bones depend on it.

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