Re: How long before body starts using own proteins?

Thanks for the reply. You like biochemistry? I like it too. The reason i ask is i am dealing with a predicted urea cycle disorder (Arginase deficiency) i will being my MD soon to request the test. I was more looking for a precise number ie Xg/Kg body weight a day before the body starts using its own protein. In the literature 0.8g/Kg-1g/Kg a day is the cited RDA of protein but cant find a figure for the amount needed before breakdown of ones own proteins starts to meet the daily requirement of protein.... Tweet