Eating enough protein while losing weight
Why protein helps you feel full and keep muscle when calories are lower.
FFuelwell Editorial Team22 Oct 2026 · 1 min read
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When you eat fewer calories, your body can lose muscle along with fat.
Eating enough protein and lifting weights helps you keep the muscle you have.
Easy ways to add protein
- Eggs or paneer at breakfast
- Dal, curd and sprouts through the day
- A palm-sized portion of chicken, fish or tofu at dinner
How much?
Use our protein calculator to get a daily range for your weight and height.
This article is general information, not medical advice. Check with a doctor or dietitian if you have a health condition.
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Written by the Fuelwell Editorial TeamWe write plain-language guides on food, protein and training. This article is general information, not medical advice. Read the full disclaimer.
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