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Understanding Your Nutrition Diet: Why Don't Calories and Macros Add Up?

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Did you know that the U.S. FDA permits a margin of error of up to 20% on nutrition labels, which is just one of several reasons **why don't calories and macros add up** when you do the math? This discrepancy is a normal part of food science and regulation, not a flaw in your tracking, and understanding its root causes is key for managing your nutrition diet effectively.