Macro Calculator
Understanding Macros
Macronutrients (macros) are nutrients your body needs in large amounts: carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Each plays a unique role in bodily functions:
Protein
- 4 calories per gram
- Builds and repairs tissues
- Recommended: 10-35% of daily calories
Carbohydrates
- 4 calories per gram
- Primary energy source
- Recommended: 45-65% of daily calories
Fats
- 9 calories per gram
- Supports cell function
- Recommended: 20-35% of daily calories