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Macro counting

Yendo2020
Posts: 1 Member
How can I determine the actual amount of protein carbs and fats I am supposed to be taking in .. I’ve adjusted it so much I just want to make sure I am doing correctly to loose weight
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This thread will help. The author has a well-respected following on the site. The thread is in the "Most Helpful Posts."
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/819055/setting-your-calorie-and-macro-targets/p1
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From Myfitnesspal blog:
https://blog.myfitnesspal.com/ask-the-dietitian-whats-the-best-carb-protein-and-fat-breakdown-for-weight-loss/
With that said, you can just use the Myfitnesspal default macros of 50%C 30%F 20%P, they are general good guidelines. It's more about getting good nutrition and staying within a calorie goal.0
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