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Taking weight-loss medication makes it challenging to get enough nutrients. That's why a multivitamin is recommended. But why do you specifically need extra protein? Find out in this blog.
Weight-loss medication affects your appetite and sense of fullness. You feel full faster and stay satisfied longer. This means you probably eat smaller portions than before. Because of this, it's hard to get enough vitamins, minerals, and protein to meet your body's needs.
Your body needs energy
During your weight-loss journey, you lose not only fat but also lean mass like muscle. This happens partly because you eat less and your body gets less energy. Yet energy is essential for your body to function.
When your body doesn't get enough energy from food, it always looks for reserves within your body. This can come from your fat stores, but also from the proteins in your muscles. Your body sees these proteins as fuel. Your body breaks down muscle tissue to release that energy.
That's why taking extra protein is so important. This way you can support the preservation of your muscle mass. Daily movement, like a walk, is also important for your muscles.
Losing a lot of weight in a short time isn't always good news. You might be getting so little energy that you're losing muscle tissue. This is an unhealthy way to lose weight. That's why it's important to stay in regular contact with your doctor to check that you're getting enough energy, aren't losing weight too quickly, and are maintaining a good amount of muscle mass.
How much protein do I need?
Healthy people typically need 0.83 grams of protein per kilogramme of body weight per day. For someone weighing 90 kilos, that's around 75 grams of protein.
But this is only a rough estimate. Protein needs really differ from person to person. Your doctor can best advise you on this.
Which foods contain protein?
- Chicken breast
- Yoghurt and quark
- Eggs
- Beans
When should I take protein?
Your body absorbs protein best when you spread your intake throughout the day. Your body can absorb only around 30 grams of protein per meal maximum. More than that isn't stored efficiently by your body and simply passes through - what a waste!
That's why it's important to include some protein at each meal. For example, quark in the morning, a protein shake for lunch and chicken breast for dinner. This way your protein intake is nicely spread throughout the day.
How can I get extra protein?
If you have little appetite, it's particularly challenging to get enough protein. That's why FitForMe offers multiple protein products you can take as a supplement.
Add a scoop of Pure Whey Protein to your coffee, for example. That's 26 grams of protein per scoop straight away. We also have Clear Protein+. Mix 1 scoop with water for a refreshing lemonade that's gentle on your stomach. It goes down easily and gives you 23 grams of protein per scoop.
Tip: Take your protein powder with you in a baby dosing container. These standard containers hold space for 25 to 30 grams of powder. That's exactly enough for one serving of protein. This way you always have your protein on hand for on the go or at work.
This blog was originally written in Dutch and automatically translated using artificial intelligence. As a result, the text may contain minor inaccuracies. You can always report any inaccuracies via our support form here.