Remember. The protein requirements for neurological patients may vary depending on their specific condition, age, gender, weight, and other factors.
In general, individuals with neurological conditions may have increased protein needs due to muscle wasting or damage to the nervous system.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for protein is 0.83 grams per kilogram of body weight per day for healthy adults.
However, individuals with neurological conditions may require higher amounts of protein, ranging from 1.0 to 1.5 grams per kilogram of body weight per day.
For example, a person with a neurological condition who weighs 70 kilograms may require 70 to 105 grams of protein per day. This protein can be obtained from a variety of sources, such as lean meats, fish, poultry, dairy products, beans, lentils, nuts, and seeds.
It is important to note that individuals with specific neurological conditions, such as kidney disease or certain types of epilepsy, may have specific dietary restrictions or requirements related to protein intake.
Therefore as always, I recommend consulting with a healthcare professional, such as a registered dietitian, to determine the appropriate protein intake for each individual based on their specific condition and medical history.
Do you need more info? Here are some references to support the protein requirements for neurological patients:
"Protein requirements and recommendations for older people: a review" by Paddon-Jones and Rasmussen:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2931392/
"Protein Requirements for Critically Ill Neurological Patients" by Wernerman:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5745424/
"The Role of Protein in Neurological Recovery After Traumatic Brain Injury" by Peterson et al.:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4081397/
"Protein Requirements of the Critically Ill Patient" by Singer and Berger:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5539485/
"Nutrition and the Brain: What Advice Should We Give?" by Morris and Mattson:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2805706/
I hope you find these references helpful!
As always, it's important to consult with a healthcare professional to determine the appropriate protein intake for each individual based on their specific condition and medical history.
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