How many grams of protein per pound on GLP-1?
A commonly cited daily protein target for adults on a GLP-1 who want to preserve muscle is 0.8 to 1.0 grams of protein per pound of body weight, or roughly 1.6 to 2.2 grams per kilogram. Where you land depends on your goal. For active fat loss with muscle preservation, people often aim for the higher end, around 1.0 g/lb. For maintenance, the middle of the range is usually plenty. For body recomposition with resistance training, the higher end again. Many people use current body weight, not goal weight, for the math. A 180-pound person lands around 145 to 180 grams a day, and a 150-pound person around 120 to 150 grams. The Phaze protein calculator returns a number from your inputs in under a minute, which you can set as your daily goal. Your clinician can help you decide what is right for you.
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- How does Phaze help me track protein every day?
Track every gram. Hit your protein target every day.
Phaze is a wellness and habit-tracking app. It is not a medical device and does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Talk to your doctor before changing your protein intake, supplements, or training plan, especially if you have kidney disease or diabetes.