When it comes to optimizing body composition and metabolic health, protein intake must be intentional - not arbitrary. A foundational guideline: 1 gram of protein per pound of ideal body weight/goal weight. This strategy anchors the diet with protein. Whether your goal is fat loss or weight maintenance, this target puts you in the ideal range to support muscle mass, metabolic health, and long-term health. I’ve arrived at this recommendation through years of clinical practice—working with individ