What it means
The baseline recommended intake for healthy adults is 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. Many experts suggest more during weight loss, often in the range of about 1.2 to 1.6 g/kg, especially with strength training.
On a GLP-1, appetite can drop so far that people eat much less protein than usual without noticing. Thinking of protein as a floor, not a goal, keeps the focus on hitting the minimum first.
Splitting protein across meals, about 25 to 40 grams at a time for many adults, is easier on a smaller appetite than one large portion. People with kidney disease should ask their care team before raising protein. A dietitian can tailor the target to your health, activity and kidney function, which a calculator cannot see.
Why it matters
This is the idea behind Sunny Weigh's protein-floor calculator, built for people eating much less than usual.