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Macros, or macronutrients, are the building blocks of nutrition and are calories broken down into a finer form.
Macros = Calories & Calories = Macros
PROTEIN
PROTEIN
1 gram = 4 calories
Building block all body tissues. Protein keeps you FULL!
CARBS
CARBS
1 gram = 4 calories
Provides energy. Carbs FUEL your body!
FATS
FATS
1 gram = 9 calories
Supports cell growth. Regulates and balances your hormones!
FIBER
FIBER
25-30g/day
Crucial for maintaining digestive health.
WATER
WATER
General rule of thumb is to drink half an ounce to an ounce of water for every pound of body weight.
SLEEP
SLEEP
Essential to regulate the hormones that affect your hunger and appetite.
Alcohol:
You can drink on this program; however, when your body senses alcohol, it prioritizes burning off the alcohol instead of burning fat for energy.
How to Calculate Alcoholic Beverages
Total Calories of drink / 9 = Grams of Fats
Ex. 100 Calorie Drink / 9 (Fats) = 11g of Fats to be Tracked
Log as a “custom food” that you create in MFPal using total calories and total fat grams.
MOVE YOUR BODY
Aim to get 8-10k steps a day!
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