How to determine Macros

Tootie512

Hello everyone,

I am new to the Keto lifestyle and have been researching all things Keto at the suggestion of my OBGYN. My birth control of choice has had me gain 50 lbs and it is a struggle to get it off. I've done Whole 30 before and had great results but found it too restrictive for my liking. Knowing that everyone is different, how do you determine what your macros are for Keto? I will be seeing a nutritionist soon to see what they come up with. My activity level will be increasing over the next few weeks as well as I will be going to Orangetheory Fitness as well as training for my next half marathon.

queenemma12

Congrats on all the big steps you are taking @Tootie512 !! I too had a weight gain after changing birth controls. I had an IUD and it was like my emotions, my weight, and my sanity were all controlled by the foreign hormones. I gained +60 lbs and cried constantly in the first 3 months of having it.

As for macros, I used Perfect Keto's Calculator to come up with mine. I don't know if the numbers it gave me are spot on but for me anyhting is a positive change from not doing anything. Seeing a nutritionist is such a good idea.

marykayking2020

I also use the Perfect Keto's calculator. It is pretty accurate.

KristinLeeD

I like the calculator on mindyourmacros.co

Also, the Facebook Page "Ketogenic Dieters" has a great chart on their pinned post. (along with every piece of information you could ever need to be successful with Keto)

tifano

I have been keto for 18 months and this way to figure my macros is what's best for me. I've never felt better than when I do when I follow this way to eat my macros

http://commonsenseketogenics.com/what-is-tdee-how-to-figure-it-out-and-what-is-the-point/