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What Are Macros?

The Covid 19

Have you heard of The Covid 19? I’m not talking about the virus. I’m talking about the 19 pounds or more that so many people gained during the pandemic. Now we’re all trying to gain some semblance of normality back, including our health. People are looking to lose weight and get healthy again. What is the best method for weight loss? The answer is MACROS, YES MACROS! What are macros?

Macronutrients a.k.a Macros⁠

What are macros (macronutrients) and what do they do for my body? Macronutrients (a.k.a macros) are nutrients that make up our food – simple.⁠ The three macros and their calorie equivalent are:⁠

  • Protein ⁠- 1g of protein = 4 calories
  • Carbohydrates⁠ – 1g of carbs = 4 calories
  • Fats – 1g of fat = 9 calories⁠ ⁠⠀⠀