Can You Cut by Only Eating Protein? The Risks of a Crash Diet
                                
                                
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                                While a high-protein intake is beneficial for weight loss and muscle preservation during a cut, a diet consisting of protein alone is highly restrictive, dangerous, and unsustainable. Restricting carbohydrates and fats entirely deprives the body of essential nutrients and can lead to severe health problems, including kidney strain and bone density loss.