Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition 2812: Q&A - What's the Difference Between Counting Macros and Calories on Tracking Nutrition
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Dec 20, 2024 Explore the fascinating differences between counting calories and tracking macronutrients. Learn how each approach affects your health and fitness goals. Discover the importance of balancing carbs, proteins, and fats for overall wellness. Get insights on choosing strategies that align with your personal objectives. Delve into how to analyze food like bread and potatoes to better manage your diet. This discussion reveals that successful weight management is about understanding nutrient composition, not just numbers.
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Macronutrients Explained
- "Macros" is short for macronutrients: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.
- These are nutrients your body needs in large quantities.
Macros vs. Calories
- Counting macros is similar to counting calories because each macronutrient has a caloric value.
- Tracking your macros means tracking the percentage of calories from each macronutrient (carbs, protein, and fats).
Low-Fat Diet Craze
- The 1980s low-fat diet craze aimed at weight loss by reducing fat intake (9 calories/gram).
- This approach often backfired, as people substituted carbs for fats, leading to other health issues.