First time tryin macros counting

MrsGuerrero0808

I used to be on Weight Watchers, but switch to counting macros because I am also following a personal trainers guide.

I find I am having a hard time using my proteins and carbs. I use my fats and then have left over carbs and protein

Any suggestions?

lynn_glenmont

Eat less of things that get most of their calories from fat and more of things that get most of their calories from protein and carbs.

Seriously, with your diary closed it's hard to be more specific than that, because we don't know whether the fat is coming from sweets, chips (crisps, if you're British), crackers, fries (chips, if you're British), fatty cuts of meat, full-fat dairy (milk, yogurt, cheese, cream, sour cream, ice cream, etc.), eggs, nuts, added fats (butter and oils, etc.), bacon, avocados, olives, whole grains, seeds, .....

So whatever you're eating of the above, eat less of, and add more lean meat, poultry, fish, low-fat or fat-free dairy (milk, yogurt, cottage cheese), egg whites for protein; and legumes and whole grains for a carb/protein combo; and fruits and veggies (especially starchy ones like potatoes), pastas, grains, cereals, and breads for carbs (but read the labels on packaged foods to see how much fat is in them).

Just make adjustments until you're closer to your macro goals, if that's important to you (personally, other than calories, I just worry about getting enough protein and fiber, and I let the fats and carbs fall where they may, since I generally get plenty of fats without any special effort).

MrsGuerrero0808

Thanks. I think I added cheese and a fattier cut of meat than I should have. I will open my diary