Adjusting settings proteins,carbs, fat?

sparkly187
sparkly187 Posts: 40 Member
edited November 13 in Health and Weight Loss
Hi! I was wondering what is the best ratio to aim for better weight loss? I have the default setting, but I'm wondering if I should reduce carbs and increase protein? thank you!!

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  • SusanMFindlay
    SusanMFindlay Posts: 1,804 Member
    It depends on what you find satiating. As long as you're getting enough protein and fat for health, the exact ratios don't matter.

    Common recommendations for minimum protein and fat intake are:
    0.8-1.0 g protein per pound of lean body mass (or 0.6-0.8g protein per pound you weigh if you don't know your lean body mass)
    0.4 g fat per pound you weigh
  • kommodevaran
    kommodevaran Posts: 17,890 Member
    Weight loss comes from a sustained calorie deficit and a sustained calorie deficit only. If you struggle with sticking to your calorie allowance, you can look into adjusting macros. But if you feel fine eating to MFP's default - don't fix it if it isn't broken.
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