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Is it better to be in a calorie deficit or hit protein goal?

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According to fitness experts, a calorie deficit is the ultimate driver of weight loss. However, the quality of that weight loss—whether from fat or muscle—is heavily influenced by protein intake. This creates a common dilemma: is it better to be in a calorie deficit or hit your protein goal when trying to lose weight?