Research
Macro partitioning
A daily protein intake of approximately 1.6 grams per kilogram of body weight is recommended to spare lean body mass during weight loss induced by GLP-1 medications.
When losing weight on GLP-1s, aim to eat approximately 1.6 grams of protein for every kilogram of your body weight each day. This specific target helps protect your muscle mass from being lost along with the fat.
GoodSupportsHIGH confidence
Currently, most evidence suggests that ~1.6 grams of protein per kilogram is the recommended daily target for protein intake to spare lean body mass loss during periods of weight loss.
Why this rating
Cited as 'most evidence suggests', referencing specific literature (ref 28).
Source
Knowing Well, Being Well: well-being born of understanding: Access to GLP-1s: Where Do Employers Fit in?
Mary T. Imboden · American Journal of Health Promotion · 2025
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