Eating more than 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram body weight per day for improved satiety is not necessary

Increasing protein intake may enhance satiety immediately after a meal and affect gut hormones linked with satiety, but this does not consistently translate into reduced energy intake over longer periods. While amino acids from protein can influence satiety-related mechanisms, fasting or postprandial levels of these amino acids do not consistently correlate with decreased overall energy intake. Thus, exceeding 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram body weight per day for improved satiety is not necessary for managing appetite and overall energy balance.