Proteins form the building blocks of the human body. Almost the entire mechanism of the different organ systems depends on proteins. The amino acids which form the proteins help body repair cells and make new ones. Therefore, it is critically important for the growth and development in children, teens, and pregnant women. Adequate consumption of dietary protein is required for the maintenance of optimal health during normal growth and aging. Over the past two decades, the potential muscle-related benefits achieved by consuming higher-protein diets have become increasingly clear. (Wolfe, 2012)

Despite greater awareness of how higher-protein diets might be advantageous for muscle mass, many have fear of consuming high protein diet, ending up in protein deficit for a long period of time. Either lack of knowledge, or misconceptions about the protein requirements, quality, functions, sources and its significance, forms a barrier from eating moderate to high protein diets which are needed to meet the daily requirements in Indian adults. This lack of information can give rise to long term protein deficiency or toxicity, and may cause long term health problems and conditions. (Ackerman 2020)