Nutrition
Protein Targets That Protect Muscle While You Lose Fat
June 30, 2026 · 5 min read
The single habit that separates patients who keep the weight off from patients who bounce back.
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Why muscle is the whole game
Appetite suppression makes eating enough protein harder at exactly the moment it matters most. Lean mass is what keeps resting metabolism high, which is what makes maintenance possible.
A number you can actually hit
Most programs anchor around 0.7 to 1.0 grams of protein per pound of goal body weight. Front-load it: two thirds before dinner, because appetite falls off through the day on GLP-1 therapy.
Local, realistic sources
Rotisserie chicken, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, canned tuna, eggs, and a shake on the drive home. No specialty grocery run required.