As a wellness coach i often get asked, How much protein should I eat? Many now realize the importance of protein in our diet. If you know it's important it's logical to wonder, how much protein should I eat? Eating lean protein with every meal has many wonderful health benefits. When we are born into the world our primary source of nutrition throughout our first year is breast milk or formula, which is rich with protein. Eating lean protein will ensure you maintain a steady metabolism, rebuild your declining muscle mass as you age, and maintain healthy levels of triglycerides.