This article was reviewed by Craig Primack, MD, FACP, FAAP, FOMA. What does protein make you think of? Muscles? Bodybuilders? The food pyramid? We’d like to add another thing to your list: weight loss ...

Stop basing your protein needs on your current weight. A doctor explains how most of us are overestimating our needs and sabotaging goals.

Evidence suggests that high-protein intake may help contribute to weight loss. Studies suggest that 1.4 to 2.0 grams (g) of protein per kilogram (kg) of body weight per day is suitable for people who ...

When you start losing weight on a weight loss medication, it can happen pretty fast. And chances are high that you're not just losing fat, but essential lean muscle mass, too. To be fair, weight loss ...

Most people in the United States eat enough protein, Ms. Lloyd said, but just 6 percent get enough fiber. Consuming adequate ...

Although many of your patients may think that increasing protein is the key to fat loss and successful weight management, there’s a consensus in the medical community that patients should be aware ...

You might already know that it's important to eat enough protein while taking a weight-loss medication, but a new study explains why this macro is so essential. People on weight-loss drugs often lose ...

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Exercise can be a great way to lose weight, especially paired with the right diet. But if you are looking to build muscle, you may want to exercise while maintaining your current weight instead of ...