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August 22, 2026
How Much Protein Do You Need to Lose Weight?
The RDA isn't a weight-loss target, and 'eat more protein' isn't a plan. Here's what the actual research says about protein, satiety, and muscle preservation during a calorie deficit — with real numbers.
August 22, 2026
MyFitnessPal vs Metriq Body
MyFitnessPal is a food diary. Metriq is a computed protocol. Here's an honest, feature-by-feature comparison of what each actually does — and which one solves the problem you actually have.
August 22, 2026
Best MyFitnessPal Alternatives in 2026
Most 'best MyFitnessPal alternatives' lists are competing apps ranking themselves first. Here's an honest breakdown by what's actually different — including one option that isn't really a calorie counter at all.
August 22, 2026
MacroFactor vs Metriq Body
MacroFactor and Metriq are the two apps that actually adjust your targets over time instead of leaving them static. Here's the real difference — and it's not the algorithm.
August 22, 2026
How to Lose Fat Without Losing Muscle
Losing weight and losing fat aren't the same thing. Here's what the research actually says about calorie deficits, protein, and resistance training — and how to make sure the weight you lose is fat, not muscle.
August 21, 2026
How to Lose Weight on GLP-1 Medications Without Losing Muscle
Losing weight on Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, or Zepbound? Here's why muscle loss happens on GLP-1 medications, whether you can build muscle at the same time, and a simple checklist to protect what you have.