NTS: The Importance of Muscle Mass and Protein During Weight Loss
Sunday, May 18, 2025
5:15 PM – 5:45 PM
CE: .50 AAPA Category 1 CME
No relevant relationships with ineligible companies to disclose within the past 24 months.
Examine how protein intake influences weight loss, body composition, and metabolic health, and provide strategies for incorporating protein into weight loss treatment plans and to understand sarcopenia during intentional weight loss.
Learning Objectives:
At the conclusion of this session, participants should be able to:
Describe how adequate protein intake helps preserve lean muscle mass during weight loss, particularly in patients using GLP-1 anti-obesity medications.
Identify and educate patients on various high-quality protein sources, including plant-based and animal-based options
