TOPS Nashville members learn about daily protein needs and healthy eating goals

On Nov. 12, TOPS1573 Nashville opened with pledges.

The best weekly loser said to drink water first thing in the morning.

Lana Rush was the best weekly KOPS and gave tips for the Easy as A B C: 26-Day Healthy Eating Contest.

Gay Keller gave a program titled Understanding Daily Protein Needs for Adults, Seniors from The Bargain Hunter. To determine how many grams of protein someone needs, multiply their ideal weight by 0.04. A woman under 65 needs 50-70 grams a day, and a man under 65 needs 60-80 grams. Older adults require almost double the protein combined with strength training twice a week to maintain muscle mass and health.

The club meets at the Nashville Global Methodist Church Wednesdays at 5:30 p.m., with weigh-in at 5 p.m. The first meeting is free.