Why protein matters more now

The one nutrient that protects muscle while you lose weight on GLP-1. A 2-minute lesson from the neo academy.

When you lose weight, your body doesn't only burn fat. Without enough protein, it will also break down muscle for fuel. Protein is the signal that tells your body to keep the muscle.

With a GLP-1-quieted appetite, protein also works harder for you: it's the most filling nutrient per bite, steadies energy between meals, and helps the weight you lose be mostly fat.

A common baseline many members aim for is around 80 grams a day, the target this app tracks. Spread it across the day rather than loading one meal; your body uses steady protein better.

That's roughly: Greek yogurt at breakfast (15g), chicken or tuna at lunch (25-30g), a protein-forward dinner (25-30g), and a snack or shake to close the gap.

Protein protects muscle. Spread ~80g across the day, not one big meal.