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Macro Calculator for Weight Loss and Maintenance

Macro planning helps convert calorie targets into food-level decisions. This guide explains the full conversion workflow.

How to calculate using Macro Calculator

  • Set daily calories and choose protein/carbs/fat percentages.
  • Verify that all macro percentages sum to 100%.
  • Convert each calorie share into grams using kcal-per-gram constants.

Macro Calculator formula

  • Protein grams = (calories x protein%) / 4.
  • Carb grams = (calories x carb%) / 4.
  • Fat grams = (calories x fat%) / 9.

Worked example

  • 2,000 kcal with split 30/40/30.
  • Protein 150 g, carbs 200 g, fat 66.7 g.
  • Adjust split based on training and satiety response.

Accuracy and interpretation notes

  • Total macro percentages must be exactly 100.
  • Recalculate when calorie targets change.

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