If I go on a diet is it possible to prevent muscle loss by taking protein?

I don't do sports but I really want to lose fat, not any muscle though, is it possible without excercising? I've read somewhere that if I eat a lot of protein I won't lose any muscle.

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Recommended Answer:

Eating plenty of protein may help but what you really need to do is lift weights. Otherwise you will lose some muscle.

Other Answers:

• You have to workout too. It shouldn't be a diet. More of a lifestyle.