Goal Setting

bsqbass
bsqbass Posts: 1 Member
in MyFitnessPal Tech Support Questions
Hello,

I'd like to set my goals to a specific protein, fat, carb independent of the calories. When I change the macros, the calories change as well. How can I bypass this to get what I need.

I am a premium member.

Thanks.
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  • durden
    durden Posts: 3,175 MFP Staff
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    It's impossible to calculate macro goals independent of calories, because the two are directly linked. Calories are calculated via macros- Carbs and Protein have 4 calories per gram and Fats have 9 calories. By adding up the total grams of each macro in a food item, we find out how many calories it has, can create your goals, etc.

    So to answer your question directly, what you are asking for is mathematically impossible which is why there is not a way to bypass this when setting your goals.

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