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Is it bad not to hit your protein goal?

slimmingmachine
slimmingmachine Posts: 5 Member
edited November 2024 in Health and Weight Loss
How would this effect someone if they are under on a daily basis?

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  • malibu927
    malibu927 Posts: 17,562 Member
    It depends on how much under and what your goal is, it could lead to more LBM being burned instead of fat
  • jgnatca
    jgnatca Posts: 14,464 Member
    The side effects take a month or two to show up and could include hair loss and brittle nails. If your overall calorie intake is too low your body will take what it needs from wherever, even if it is heart muscle. Avoid unintended side effects. Eat enough protein.
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