Macros

High Protein low fat
Any suggestions on how I can keep my fat low but Protein high , seems to be quite challenging...
Build muscle stay lean
I lifted, lost weight...maintained and then in sept decided to cut some more. Lost 13# now at 142#...looking to build muscle. Nervous as increasing calories to get back to maintenance... which is necessary to build muscle but always conscious of fat. Just looking for chatting with others with same concerns, journey
7 day LOG IT ALL challenge 12/22-12/29 Holiday beat down
Holiday week. This is going to be hard! Christmas parties, Family gatherings, treats galore... feelings will be eaten. This week, you NEED accountability, I NEED accountability, and this challenge is going to help us out! I just started my fitness journey a month ago and i'm down 14 pounds. I'll be out of state, staying…
App. consistently showing incorrect goal values (images inside)
Hi all, this is quite an odd one. I have set my goals as per the attached, however on a daily basis the app. is displaying incorrect values (also attached) As an example i have set my protein goal to 240g, however the macros tab shows this as 257g, the same with carbs and fats too, am i missing something?
New here
I am Melody! I live in Northern Michigan (of the lower peninsula). I work in a machine shop. My husband is a heavy equipment mechanic. We love the snow. We snowmobile, but also show our vintage snowmobiles. We camp and hunt. We tend to be homebodies beyond that. I do try to get with my scrapbooking friends for at least a…
Calculating Macros
In the past I have liked high protein macros. A few years back I went to a bariatric doctor, where I also spoke to a dietitian. The plan they put me on according to a friend who does body building was equivalent to around 1200 calories a day. I did a plan like this years ago and fell of fast and gained even more. In…
Besides using protien supplements, how can I reach 117g of protein a day?
My dietician and physician set my macros, and while I am seeing some good change in my health, I am getting very tired of protien shakes/powders. I tried to reach my goal of 117g of protien without it several times, but I struggle to even get close. Any advice on creating meals with 35g to 40g of protien without some kind…
How important is it to hit your Protein macros?
So I've tracked Macros from time to time, and it is generally very effective for me. However, I've never been able to hit my Protein goals. For example, right now my goal is 163g - but even with protein powder and trying to super high protein meals, I'm still short close to 40g. I've always had this issue, and never had…
Using My Meals to record macros
Hi. I’m a newby. I have premium and want to create a meal and only enter the macros.I get premade meals that show some metrics but no food volume. Is it possible to create a meal with no ingredients and add the macros manually? I love quick add but I can’t add a title or image there. Thoughts?
Show how item being added impacts daily macro goals
When adding a food or meal, I need to know where my macro targets for the day will be with this addition. Currently I have to fist go to dashboard, memorize current daily macros, then back to diary, add food, and mentally compare the effect of this item. Too many clicks!
Accountability in tracking calories
Hey everyone! Existing member here but first time I've really started using the app properly. Anyone new to tracking calories and macro's and been doing it for a little while and noticing a difference? I've been using for a couple weeks and already lost 1.7kgs. I've found this app to be really helpful when it comes to…
Hi Friends! Help!!
Hello lovely people! I started Burn Boot Camp in Georgia and they suggested using MFP to help make changes. The only thing is…I’m absolutely horrible at tracking anything. I’m mindful of what I eat, but when I had a dietician (thank you BCBS for deciding not to cover it anymore) it was easiest to maintain my eating goals…
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Hi! My name is Maria. I started to use this app some months ago. I’m a body building. I’m a passionate about exercise, healthy lifestyle and I love nature 🤎 Let’s match
Hello!
I’m engaged and my wedding is August 2026 I want to tone up and get healthy before then! Hopefully I find community and support here!!!
What do you think is the best pre workout and post workout meal?
Share your recepies and views to stay healthy and fit.
What to eat for dinner?
I have about 650 calories left for the day. What can I eat for dinner that has lots if protein and fiber?
App Bug with Exercise
So I am getting rather frustrated with the app, I have gone through support and they just kept suggesting things like restarting the app, my phone, update etc when I have done all that and won't actually support me with the issue. Has any else experienced the issue of the Exercise constantly changing? Makes it hard to…
Lost my history...
I stopped using the app for a few days because I was on vacation and when I started the app today it made me log in and now I don't have any of my history. None of my usual meals are in my history to quickly add to the dairy. The app shows my log-in streak and says my total weight loss amount, but doesn't seem to have any…
What to do.
So I have created a diet that gives 1530 remaining calories 300g remaining carbs 26g remaining fats 23g remaining protein 830mg remaining 87g remaing sugar My Question is as to what should I do now. I have basically loaded up on Protein powder, chicken, eggs and milk. I will also incorporate fruits, but what else can I…
New Guy!!!
Hello everybody! I'm super new to this app and I got this app because Addidas points for 3 months free trial. I'm getting in shape for doing a half marathon. Let's see how it goes. Feel free to share any tips that could help me. Thank you!
Am i setting up my Macros properly?
For some starter information I am approx. 5'6", 41 years old, and currently 198 ilbs. I am down from 230 lbs approx. 7 months ago but my weight loss has plateaued so I have decided to join myfitnesspal to start tracking my foods, previously my progress was made by just eating smarter and healthier and adding moderate…
How much iron should I be eating daily?
Does it vary per person, or is the intake set in stone for everyone?
How to find my food report?
I am using MyFitnessPal to log all of my meals and exercises for myself and also for my college class. This week, in class we have to find the food tab at the top of the page and find the full report. Once we view the report we will answer questions about our calories, proteins, fats in everything we eat. How can I find…
Confusing Macros
Hi all, I'm a 58 year old female and need to lose 50 pounds. I saw a dietitian last week and he said I need 73-80 grams of protein and 90-135 grams of carbs. Those were his only instructions. I tried putting those numbers into the macro section of the app but it's for net carbs. Any suggestions on what my carbs, protein,…
Can I add fiber to my Macro goals in addition to Carbs, Protein, and Fat?
In addition to Carbs, Protein and Fat, the program I'm on has a goal for Fiber to round out the percentages to 100%. Can I add Fiber as a fourth macro?
Hello! Looking for inspiration from other athletes
Hey! I'm Marilyn and have used MFP on and off through a couple of decades. I've weighed between 140 and 150 lbs for most of my life. That's really big for a NCAA Division 1 distance runner! And yet - I was 🤣 I still run about 40 miles per week, lift a couple of times, swim and bike and backpack and take walks, etc. I'd…
Water
Is there an water tracking iOS app that integrates with MyFitnessPal?

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