How Much Protein Do You Really Need?

Protein requirements increase with age to preserve muscle mass and support overall health

Increase
Ages 18–30
0.4–0.5g
per lb body weight

Building lean muscle and supporting long-term metabolic health

Increase
Ages 30–50
0.5–0.6g
per lb body weight

Counteracting early natural muscle loss and keeping your metabolism fired up

Critical
Ages 50+
0.6–0.8g
per lb body weight

Maintaining strength, bone density, and independence for the years ahead

Based on guidelines from the National Academy of Medicine and the PROT-AGE Study Group on protein intake for aging populations

The South Asian Diet

The Nutrition Gap

Our traditions are timeless, but our lifestyles have changed. Today’s bodies require more than yesterday's diet can provide.

Protein Breakdown

The Reality of the Plate

For a 154lb adult, meeting a ~90g protein goal can be a challenge on a traditional diet. Here's what a typical day might look like:

Breakfast: Idli + Chutney
~6g
Lunch: Roti + Paneer Tikka Masala
~12g
Dinner: Egg Biryani
~16g
Daily Total 👎
~33g
Daily Requirement
~70g

Generalized examples for illustrative purposes only

Why we’re Different

The Nayaa Standard

Close the Gap

Designed to supplement your favorite traditional meals with the high-quality protein your body requires for longevity

Spices, Not Synthetics

Crafted with real almonds, saffron, and cardamom. We believe if it’s not in your kitchen, it shouldn't be in your nutrition

Beyond "Generic Vanilla”

Finally, a protein that tastes like home. Authentic flavors inspired by our childhood, reimagined for our future

Verified Purity

We don't just claim quality; we prove it. Every batch is third-party tested for heavy metals and nutritional integrity