Is protein more important than calories on GLP-1?
On a GLP-1, hitting your daily protein target often matters more than tracking every calorie. The medication suppresses appetite enough that many users land in a calorie deficit naturally, sometimes a steeper one than is ideal. The more common risk is not eating too much, it is losing lean mass alongside fat. Adequate protein, around 0.8 to 1.0 grams per pound of body weight, is one of the biggest levers you control to help keep that lean mass while the deficit does its work. If you only track one number on a busy day, protein is a reasonable choice. Calories often come out close to where they need to be when protein is at target and the medication is doing its job. Your clinician can help you set the right balance 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.