BocadoBocado – GLP-1
How much protein do you need on a GLP-1, and what should you eat today?
Enter your weight, how many times you eat a day, and how you feel today. You get your protein range based on the 2025 consensus and three recipes for today.
Protein by body weight
| Weight | Protein a day (1.2–1.6 g/kg) |
|---|---|
| 110 lb (50 kg) | 60–80 g |
| 132 lb (60 kg) | 72–96 g |
| 154 lb (70 kg) | 84–112 g |
| 176 lb (80 kg) | 96–128 g |
| 198 lb (90 kg) | 108–144 g |
| 220 lb (100 kg) | 120–160 g |
| 243 lb (110 kg) | 132–176 g |
| 265 lb (120 kg) | 144–192 g |
| 287 lb (130 kg) | 156–208 g |
How it works
The 2025 consensus from four US scientific societies (ACLM, ASN, OMA, and The Obesity Society) says protein should be a priority on GLP-1 therapy. It suggests a practical target of 80–120 g a day and mentions 1.2–1.6 g per kilogram of body weight (about 0.54–0.73 g per pound).
Splitting the target into 3–5 small meals at regular times gives about 20–30 g per meal. That split is Bocado’s own math for designing the recipes, not a number from the consensus.
It is a general range for adults. Personalize it with your doctor or registered dietitian, especially if you have kidney disease or were given a different target.
Mozaffarian D, et al. Nutritional priorities to support GLP-1 therapy for obesity: a joint Advisory from ACLM, ASN, OMA and The Obesity Society. Am J Clin Nutr 2025;122(1):344–367.
One of the 60 recipes in the book Bocado – GLP-1
What to Eat When You're Barely Hungry: 60 small-portion recipes, each with its protein per serving and tagged for getting started, nausea, constipation, or maintenance, plus 12 weeks of tracking to bring to your appointments.
FAQ
How much protein do I need a day on a GLP-1 medication?
The 2025 consensus from ACLM, ASN, OMA, and The Obesity Society suggests a practical target of 80–120 g of protein a day and mentions 1.2–1.6 g per kilogram of body weight. It is a general range: personalize it with your clinician.
How do I get enough protein when I’m barely hungry?
Split it into 3–5 small meals at regular times, about 20–30 g each, and start every meal with the protein. Foods with a lot of protein in a small volume help: skyr, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, eggs, fish, and tofu.
What can I eat on nausea days?
Small meals, eaten slowly, stopping when you feel full, and avoiding large or very fatty meals. Bocado’s nausea-day recipes follow that approach. If nausea doesn’t ease or you vomit, talk to your doctor.
General information. It does not replace advice from your doctor or registered dietitian. No doses or medication advice.