Tag: Tracking nutrition

While a consistent calorie deficit is necessary for weight loss, the *source* of those calories matters significantly for body composition and overall health. Deciding whether to count macros or calories is a common dilemma for anyone serious about their nutrition goals.

According to research, people who track food intake tend to experience more effective long-term weight maintenance. When you start tracking macros—your intake of protein, carbohydrates, and fats—you move beyond simple calorie counting to a more nuanced approach to nutrition that can produce profound changes in your health and body composition.

According to MyFitnessPal's own support, there is no direct feature to browse a public database of user-created recipes. This guide will detail the workarounds for how do I see other people's recipes on MyFitnessPal and utilize the app's built-in tools for finding new meal ideas.

According to the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, a significant portion of the population falls short on essential nutrients like vitamin D and magnesium, raising an important question: should I track my micronutrients to avoid 'hidden hunger'?